This is a Health Clinician - Perinatal Infant Mental Health role with NSW Health based in Bathurst, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - mid level More about the Health Clinician - Perinatal Infant Mental Health role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Counsellor level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker level 3, Welfare Officer level 3 Remuneration: $116,639.98 - $134,338.00 pa ( superannuation salary packaging options) Location: Orange, Bathurst, or Dubbo NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 19 Applications Close: 12 February 2026 – 11:59pm Health Clinician – Perinatal Infant Mental Health (PIMH) Mental Health Drug & Alcohol About The Role Our Perinatal Mental Health Clinicians sit within a specialist Mental Health service that operates across Western NSW with virtual links to other PIMH clinicians. The clinical role seeks to make a meaningful impact early in life — supporting parents with complex mental illness and infants during a critical developmental window. Working with diverse families in communities, where access to care truly matters. Building strong therapeutic relationships and seeing tangible improvements in maternal mental health and parent–infant attachment. This role offers variety from clinic sessions to telehealth, outreach travel, and home visits and groups with partnerships internal and external to health. You will be part of a values-driven, culturally respectful team that prioritises equity, trauma-informed care, and early intervention. Specifically, within your caseload, you will be responsible for intake assessments with pregnant or postnatal parents. Completing comprehensive mental health, risk, and psychosocial assessments, including screening for trauma, DV, and parent–infant relational health. Delivering short-term therapeutic sessions, via face-to-face, home visits or telehealth. Consultation Liaison and complex care planning is integral to the role where you will coordinate care with GPs, midwives, child and family health nurses, Aboriginal health services, and NGOs amongst others. You will participate in team meetings, case reviews or case conferences contributing to collaborative care planning and review. There is occasional travel to rural communities for outreach clinics or conducting follow-up care for existing clients. The target population are Pregnant and postnatal women, their infants, and families — across the perinatal period (up to 2 years postpartum). To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. To Apply For This Role Click ‘Apply’ Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login Upload your current resume Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Angela Thornhill on 0409 245 513 or at Angela.Thornhill@health.nsw.gov.au for more information. Additional Information For Applicants All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons. This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary). Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey. Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Conducting intake assessments ️ Delivering therapeutic sessions Participating in team meetings Key Strengths Mental health assessment Therapeutic communication Care coordination Cultural competency Team collaboration Outreach experience A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.