Trade the traffic for community connection.
Remuneration: $74,317.94–$117,755.00 per annum + super + salary packaging + incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Counsellor Level 1/2, Dietitian Level 1/2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Social Worker Level 1/2, Registered Nurse
Location: Narrabri Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ649384
Applications Close: Thursday, 26 th March 2026
Your skills can change lives in rural mental health.
Where You'll Be Working
Make a real impact while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of rural living. Based in the welcoming community of Narrabri, you'll be part of the Northwest team within the New England North West Mental Health Service, delivering high-quality mental health care across the region.
You'll join a supportive multidisciplinary team of clinicians, medical staff and allied health professionals who are committed to providing recovery-oriented, person-centered care. Collaboration sits at the heart of the service, with strong clinical leadership and a culture that encourages professional development, innovation and continuous improvement.
Working in a rural setting offers unique opportunities to broaden your clinical skills, build strong community partnerships and contribute to meaningful outcomes for the people and communities you serve.
About the Role
As a Mental Health Clinician within the Adult Community Team, you'll work alongside consumers experiencing a range of mental health challenges to provide assessment, care coordination and evidence-based interventions.
You'll partner with consumers, families and carers to develop collaborative care plans that support recovery, independence and wellbeing in the community. The role also involves working closely with local services, GPs and community organisations to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
You'll be supported by experienced leadership including a Community Manager and Clinical Coordinator, with access to clinical supervision, ongoing professional development and district-wide professional networks to help you continue building your expertise.
About You
You're a compassionate and motivated clinician who is committed to supporting people on their recovery journey.
You bring strong assessment and communication skills, a collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams, and a genuine ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships. You are comfortable managing a caseload while delivering high-quality, consumer-focused care and working alongside community partners to achieve the best outcomes for consumers and their families.
Most importantly, you're passionate about helping people build resilience, maintain independence and live meaningful lives within their communities.
Requirements
* Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health, Djirruwang Program), Nutrition, and Dietetics 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 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 you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
* 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
* Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non‐clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information
* * Based on a minimum 18‐month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part‐time and contract employees will be made on a pro‐rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD‐.
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and 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.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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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.
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.
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 HNELHD‐ for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‐free application process.
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