Hunter New England Local Health District Reference number REQ642118 Occupation Mental Health Clinician Work type Part-Time Location Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast Salary Information $74317.94 - $138482 Closing date 15 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team and help shape recovery journeys across your community
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Position Classification: Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Lvl 3, Occupational Therapist Lvl 3, Social Worker Lvl 3,
Remuneration: $37.48 - $69.84 per hour (dependent on qualifications) + super + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ642118
Applications Close: Sunday 15 March 2026
About Us Hunter Valley Lower Mid North Coast Mental Health Service is a key service within the district's Mental Health Network, delivering high-quality care to people experiencing severe and complex mental health challenges. We support individuals living with mood disorders, psychosis, eating disorders, personality disorders, and the effects of significant life events — always with a recovery-oriented, person-centred approach. Our service includes:
* Community-based mental health teams
* A 24-bed acute psychiatric unit at Maitland Hospital
* A 20-bed acute psychiatric unit at Manning Base Hospital
This integrated model ensures seamless care — from home-based treatment to inpatient support and post-discharge follow-up.
We serve communities across Maitland, Dungog, Cessnock, Singleton, Muswellbrook, Upper Hunter, Taree, Forster, Gloucester, Bulahdelah and surrounding Lower Mid North Coast regions.
The Opportunity This is a dynamic, community-based role where no two weeks look the same. You will:
* Deliver assessment, intervention, and care coordination in clients' homes and community settings
* Build meaningful, long-term therapeutic relationships
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
* Contribute to service improvement initiatives
* Support individuals to re-engage in meaningful life roles
This is not a desk-bound position. It's hands-on, relationship-driven work that requires adaptability, sound clinical judgement, and a genuine commitment to recovery-focused care.
About You We're seeking someone who is:
* Clinically competent, compassionate, and flexible
* Skilled in communication and time management
* Able to work both independently and collaboratively
* Confident balancing client autonomy with clinical risk
* Committed to recovery-oriented, person-centred practice
Experience in mental health is desirable, but we value attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to apply core clinical skills in complex environments. Many service-specific skills can be developed with the right supervision and support.
What We Offer You'll be supported by the Community Team Manager, Clinical Coordinator, and Service Manager through:
* Clinical and peer supervision
* Structured onboarding
* eLearning and face-to-face training opportunities
* Ongoing professional development
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in community mental health and thrive in a collaborative, recovery-focused environment, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're 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)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 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 permanent or temporary part time vacancies.
* To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
* Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or 1300 40 25 23.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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