Mental Health Clinician - Adult Community Mental Health, Mudgee
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ594665 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 30 June 2026)
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 1, Dietitian Level 1, Dietitian Level 2, Exercise Physiologist Level 1, Exercise Physiologist Level 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1, Occupational Therapist Level 2, Physiotherapist Level 1, Physiotherapist Level 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 1, Social Worker Level 2, Speech Pathologist Level 1, Speech Pathologist Level 2, Welfare Off Level 1, Welfare Off Level 2
Remuneration: $73,427.00 - $129,171.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Mudgee, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 28 August 2025 – 11:59pm
Mental Health Clinician
Community Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol, Mudgee
About the role
The Mental Health Clinician is part of the Mudgee Community Mental Health & Drug and Alcohol Service & provides Acute Mental Health Clinical Case-Management services as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. This clinician will provide acute mental health support for clients of all ages, but predominantly adult clients, in the Mudgee Region who are experiencing a mental illness.
This position sits in the community of Mudgee, a town renowned for its food and wine festivals, beautiful parks and gardens, walking trails and cycling tracks, sports venues and community engagement.
Mudgee MHDA is an innovative mental health service providing a one stop hub and support for people experiencing a mental illness and has strong professional links with other health professionals in the region. It is based within Mudgee Hospital and operates Mon – Fri (8:30am to 5pm).
The successful applicant will be supported through a comprehensive Orientation process and strong opportunities exist for Ongoing Professional Development.
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.
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
· Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
· Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
· Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
· Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
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 Eamonn Corvan on 0409 906 149 or at Eamonn.corvan@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
