Whole Family Team Mental Health Clinician

Join our Whole Family Team and make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families through trauma-informed home-based support.

Remuneration:$109247 - $133156 per annum super salary packaging
Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time
Position Classification:Social Worker Level 3 Occupational Therapist Level 3 Counsellor Level 3 Clinical Psychologist Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Location: Maitland and Newcastle Wonnarua and Awabakal Country
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ590739
Applications Close: Tuesday 19th August 2025


Where youll be working:
An exciting opportunity awaits a clinician eager to develop or enhance their expertise in working with children adolescents and their families/carers within the Whole Family Team. As a vital member of this multidisciplinary team you will collaborate closely with diverse professionals to deliver trauma-informed clinical interventions and therapies. Your focus will be on addressing mental health challenges child protection concerns and AOD issues. This role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people and their families by utilising the extensive resources and support available within the Whole Family Team.

We have 2 opportunities available:

• There is a fulltime position available in the Hunter Valley Region based at the High Street campus in Maitland.
• There is a fulltime position available in the Greater Newcastle Region based at James Fletcher Campus Newcastle.
  
  

About the role:
This is a unique opportunity to support families referred by the Department of Communities and Justice and/or the CAMHS service. Youll play a crucial role in delivering clinical interventions with much of the work taking place directly in the family home allowing for a deeper connection and impact. This dynamic role also includes some travel providing a varied and engaging work environment as you bring vital support to families.

About you:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate mental health clinician with experience supporting children adolescents and their families. You have a strong understanding of trauma and its effects on young people and the ability to deliver interventions that are empathetic evidence-based and tailored to individual needs. Skilled in managing and de-escalating crises you can provide calm effective support during challenging situations helping young people and their families feel heard safe and empowered.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy Clin Psychology/clin psych in training Nursing Social Work Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health Djirruwang Program) which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency or relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the service.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Youll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Salary packaging options - up to $11600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  
  
  
  
  

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