Safeguards Identified Senior Clinician

 

Deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed mental health care through outreach and help children, young people and families thrive.

Remuneration: $113,617 - $147,952 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + Superannuation + Salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Armidale or Moree | Kamilaroi & Anaiwan Country
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 4, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Social Worker Level 4
Requisition ID: REQ690987
Applications Close: Sunday 11th October 2026

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria. 

About the Role
Join a dedicated team delivering mental health assessment and brief intervention to children, young people, and their families through home visits and assertive outreach. Working within a bio-psycho-social-cultural framework, you will provide culturally safe, trauma-informed care navigation and support to enhance mental health, social, and emotional wellbeing.

You'll be well supported in your role by the Aboriginal Mental Health Workforce, along with access to the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) education framework, Ministry of Health training and networks, and other relevant professional development opportunities. Safeguards is committed to your ongoing growth through personalised learning plans, a comprehensive orientation program, and regular individual and group supervision to strengthen culturally responsive practice.

Where you'll be working
You'll be part of a supportive and compassionate team delivering assertive outreach services to children, young people, and their families. We are committed to providing family-centred, culturally safe care that respects the unique backgrounds, values, and experiences of every child and family. Collaboration, kindness, and empathy are at the heart of everything we do.

About You
You are passionate about improving the lives of children, young people, and their families. You have experience delivering trauma-informed, holistic, and culturally safe care, and you value working in partnership with children, families, communities, and colleagues. Your collaborative approach and commitment to respectful, person-centred practice will help ensure positive outcomes for the people you support.


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       Requirements:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications, professional registration/membership as applicable.
• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health, Djirruwang Program), Occupational Therapy which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• For Nursing, current unrestricted registration with AHPRA & meet the requirement for Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, hold required post graduate qualifications in the specialty field and meet the experience requirements for appointment under the NSW Public Health System Nurses' & Midwives' State Award.
• Current unrestricted Australian drivers' license
  
   

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.


Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health, Djirruwang Program), Occupational Therapy which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

Appropriate tertiary qualifications, professional registration/membership as applicable

Demonstrated ability to facilitate Closing the Gap in mental health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by demonstrating strategies for increasing Aboriginal participation in decision-making processes, delivering culturally respectful services, providing culturally safe environments, increasing the cultural competency of Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal staff, and demonstrated knowledge of mental health issues for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with experience in mental health and/or social emotional spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal people and their communities.

Demonstrated ability to forge and sustain meaningful partnerships and collaborations with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, understanding the interface between services, demonstrating an ability to apply and share expert knowledge with colleagues and other health professionals to enhance
service delivery.


Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Trent Bennison on 0439 215 482 or trent.bennison@health.nsw.gov.au or Bron Rose on 0428 425 324 or bron.rose@health.nsw.gov.au  


Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
 

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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.  


This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.


Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.  


HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  
 


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