Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Refer to AJF
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Wellington NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 23 September 2026 – 11:59pm
Registered Nurse – Community Mental Health
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Wellington
About the role
Looking for a rewarding mental health nursing role with excellent work-life balance? Join our Community Mental Health Team in Wellington and play a vital role in supporting adults with severe and complex mental health needs to achieve positive outcomes within their local community.
Experience in mental health is essential, along with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for providing care in a community setting. In return, you'll have access to ongoing professional development, education opportunities, clinical supervision and a supportive team culture that prioritises your growth and wellbeing.
Working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, you will provide mental health assessments, crisis intervention, acute assessments, care planning and case management in a diverse and rewarding community setting. This role offers a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with consumers, carers and local service providers while delivering person-centred care.
Based in Wellington, with the support of the larger Dubbo Mental Health team, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive service where experienced senior clinicians and educators are readily available to provide guidance, mentoring and clinical support.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website
To apply for this role:
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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
Upload your current resume
Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Lucy Rolek on 02 6881 4000 or at Lucy.rolek@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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