Senior Dietitian
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Nepean Mental Health Centre
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 3
Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $120,680.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ628687
Applications Close: 11/01/2026
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed
and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.
The Nepean Mental Health Centre provides inpatient care for people experiencing acute mental health issues through the short-stay Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC), the Acute Mental Health Unit, Mental Health High Dependency Unit, and Older Persons Mental Health Unit. We support our Patients by linking them to case managers for ongoing treatment and support within an environment appropriate to the person's needs.
Are you driven by a passion for delivering exceptional, evidence-based nutrition care within the dynamic field of mental health? Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is inviting an accomplished professional to step into the pivotal role of Senior Dietitian within our Mental Health Service team.
This is your opportunity to shape the future of care by providing thorough assessment, targeted intervention, and coordinated nutritional support for inpatient consumers. Your expertise will ensure that every individual receives care tailored to their unique needs, grounded in the highest standards of practice. Beyond direct patient care, you will play a vital role as a trusted advisor and educator, empowering mental health staff, stakeholders, and families/carers with the knowledge and guidance needed to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Join us in a supportive, progressive environment where your skills and dedication will make a lasting impact. Bring your passion, share your expertise, and help us transform lives at NBMLHD. Apply today and take the next step in your career.
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
- Accrued Day Off (ADO)
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
- Novated Leasing
- Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
- Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Possess specialist knowledge and extensive clinical experience in nutritional management of consumers with complex co-morbid mental health and physical health conditions in an acute setting.
- Demonstrated high level organisational and time management skills in an environment of competing clinical/administrative demands.
- Demonstrated ability to provide clinical supervision and student teaching.
- Evidence of initiating and leading quality improvement projects and research, including implementing change to improve clinical care, services, and/or outcomes
- Demonstrated evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, including experience working closely with multidisciplinary teams.
- Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Jaax on Michelle.Jaax@health.nsw.gov.au
