Mental Health Clinician – Community Mental Health
Location: Lismore, NSW
Start Date: ASAP
Employment: Permanent Full-Time
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Mental Health Clinician to join the Lismore Acute Care Team. In this role, you will play a key part in expanding service capacity and delivering timely support to adults (18+) experiencing acute mental health crises. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, short‑term intervention, and coordinate referrals to Adult Mental Health Services or other appropriate external providers.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide community‑based acute mental health interventions and crisis response
* Conduct triage, comprehensive assessments, risk assessment, and safety planning
* Deliver short‑term case management and assertive outreach
* Provide brief psychoeducation and therapeutic interventions
* Collaborate in care planning and discharge with internal and external stakeholders
* Practice in accordance with Trauma‑Informed Care and Recovery principles
Requirements
* Qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Mental Health Nursing
* Current AHPRA registration or AASW eligibility
* Experience in acute or community mental health settings
* Strong assessment, crisis intervention, and collaborative care skills
* Ability to work independently and manage high‑pressure clinical situations
* NSW Driver's Licence and Working With Children Check
Flexible Locum Opportunities for Social Workers & Mental Health Clinicians across New South Wales
Join cmr for flexible locum opportunities that match your lifestyle and let you explore new settings across NSW. We partner with respected healthcare providers to place qualified professionals in roles that offer competitive pay, travel support, and the chance to make a real impact. Whether you're seeking variety, career growth, or just a change of scenery, cmr can connect you with the right role fast.
Why Choose Locum Work?
* Enjoy highly competitive hourly rates that reward your experience
* Flexible short and longer roles tailored perfectly to your lifestyle.
* Travel and accommodation provided for many roles.
* Amazing opportunities to explore Australia's unique and vibrant communities.
* Boost your skills and grow your career across a wide variety of health and care settings.
Who We're Looking For:
* Social Workers and Mental Health Clinicians across many settings.
* APHRA registration or AASW eligibility / accreditation.
* Current Working With Children Check.
Why work with cmr?
* Perks Program: Enjoy exclusive benefits, discounts, giveaways and more - learn more at cmr.com.au/perks
* Dedicated support from our consultant & credentialing team to make your experience seamless.
* Access to free CPD training to support your professional growth.
Ready for your next adventure?
Apply now or contact Luke Thomas on or email for a confidential chat.
Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse
Join us as a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, acute, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for a 12‑week contract (or more) in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings, providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.
Why Choose cmr?
* Diverse Working Environments : Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings.
* Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures.
* Competitive Compensation : Earn up to $86 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances.
* Professional Growth : Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise.
* Adventure & Exploration : Discover new places while doing what you love.
* Supportive Employer : Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way.
As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with cmr, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:
* Acute Mental Health : Work in fast‑paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high‑pressure situations.
* Inpatient Units : Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
* Community Mental Health : Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.
Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.
Criteria:
To excel in this role, you should have:
* Qualifications : Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
* Experience : A minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing, particularly in case management.
* Communication Skills : Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
* Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
* Transportation : A valid driver's licence for regional and remote roles.
* Flexibility : Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.
About Us
At cmr, we're passionate about connecting healthcare professionals with opportunities that align with their skills, goals, and lifestyle. Learn more about who we are: About Us - cmr | Cornerstone Medical Recruitment
Work Perks
We're proud to offer our team and contractors a range of perks, from professional support to exclusive benefits that make working with us even more rewarding: Work Perks - cmr | Cornerstone Medical Recruitment
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Are You Ready?
Are you a dedicated, experienced RN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes? Apply now and start your next career adventure with cmr.
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