Senior Clinician – Rural Health Counsellor Towards Zero Suicides Initiative
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ675701 Requisition #
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- 11 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3, Welfare Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $113,617.00 - $147,952.34 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes, Forbes, Condobolin NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 28 July 2026 – 11:59pm
Senior Clinician – Rural Health Counsellor Towards Zero Suicides Initiative
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol
About the role
The Towards Zero Suicides (TZS) Initiative is focused on delivering leading best-practice crisis care and support, strengthening community resilience, and improving systems and services to reduce suicide deaths across NSW.
As part of this important program, the Rural Counselling Service provides short-term counselling and mental health support to adults aged 18 years and over. The service delivers brief interventions of up to eight (8) sessions for people experiencing a range of mental health challenges, including situational crises, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and recent thoughts of suicide. The service supports individuals who are not currently engaged with a Community Mental Health Team and provides timely, person-centred care to help people navigate difficult periods in their lives.
This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in regional communities by providing counselling and mental health support across Parkes, Forbes and Condobolin. Travel is required as part of the role to ensure accessible services are delivered where they are needed most.
If you are passionate about supporting mental health, committed to delivering high-quality care, and want to contribute to a significant suicide prevention initiative, we encourage you to apply and join us in supporting communities across NSW on the journey towards zero suicides.
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
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Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Kristen Szulik on 02 6369 3827 or at Kristen.Szulik@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
