Mental Health Clinician Level 3

If you are passionate about community mental health and committed to delivering high-quality care and rehabilitation we encourage you to apply. This is your opportunity to be part of a supportive and skilled team dedicated to recovery and empowerment.

Remuneration:$55.09 - $67.15 per hour super
Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until March 2026
Position Classification:Clinical Psychologist Counsellor Level 3 Occupational Therapist Level 3 Social Worker Level 3
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week:32
Requisition ID:REQ605873
Applications Close: Monday 13th October 2025


This is a Level 3 position. However if there are no appropriate Level 3 applicants applications from Level 1 and 2 will be considered. The selection criteria reflects the requirements for a Level 3 applicant. Responses from Level 1 or 2 applicants need to demonstrate their level of competence with regard to the same criteria and their ability to work towards Level 3. The expected performance of the incumbent will be commensurate with his/her years of experience and current level at commencement of appointment. The incumbent will work towards meeting the criteria for Level 3.

About the location:
Manning Mental Health Service is a dynamic and multidisciplinary service offering high-quality evidence-based care across Care Coordination Rehabilitation Intake and Acute Care Teams. We operate as an acute outpatient mental health service providing consultation assessment treatment and follow-up care to adults and their families throughout the Lower Mid North Coast community. Our model of care is recovery-oriented trauma-informed and grounded in partnerships with consumers carers and the community.

About the role:
This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver comprehensive clinical occupational and rehabilitation assessments and interventions across a community setting including a residential mental health rehabilitation program for consumers with complex clinical presentations.

In this role you will provide client-centred care that enables individuals to achieve functional independence develop social empowerment and engage in meaningful occupational activities that enrich their daily lives.

You will receive a comprehensive mental health service orientation along with ongoing in-service education and encouragement to participate in relevant internal and external training. Support is available from an experienced Rehabilitation Coordinator Service Manager and a committed team who share a focus on quality care and recovery.

About you:
We are looking for a passionate mental health professional who demonstrates knowledge and experience in contemporary mental health practice including trauma-informed care and shared care models. You will bring a strong understanding of mental health rehabilitation and its role in supporting recovery for individuals and families.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to build and maintain therapeutic and professional relationships with consumers carers and key stakeholders. Youll have well-developed communication interpersonal and conflict resolution skills along with the capacity to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal outcomes for consumers and their families or carers.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy Clin Psychology/ clin psych in training Social Work Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health Djirruwang Program) which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW.

What we can offer you:
AtHunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) enjoy a career whereyoure challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Salary packaging options-up to $11600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passportfor health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  
  

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