Senior Mental Health Clinician - Infant, Youth, Child & Family Health
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2; Occupational Therapist Level 3; Social Worker Level 3; Senior Psychologist
Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $134,338.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 7 July 2026 – 11:59pm
Senior Mental Health Clinician - Infant, Youth, Child & Family Health (IYCFH)
Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol
About the role
The Senior Mental Health Clinician is an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team responsible for coordinating the recovery of people experiencing or at risk of developing severe and complex mental health disorders.
The position provides expert mental health clinical services in collaboration with consumers, carers and other care providers, using an integrated and family centred approach, while demonstrating advanced clinical practice.
You will be working for the Dubbo Community Infant, Youth, Child & Family Mental Health Team and provide outreach services to communities in Northern Western NSW Local Health District.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
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:
· Click ‘Apply’
· 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 Emma O’Brien on (02) 6881 4000 or at emma.obrien@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
