Overview
Registered Nurse, Community Older Peoples Mental Health. Based at the Charlestown Community Services Centre, you will deliver meaningful, person-centred mental health care to older people in a supportive, close-knit community team. This is a permanent full-time role, 38 hours per week.
Location: Charlestown, Current South Wales, Australia. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time. Position Classification: Registered Nurse. Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging. Closing: Sunday 28th September 2025.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical case management and mental health care to populations including: people generally aged over 65 years, Aboriginal people aged over 50 years, and individuals experiencing severe and persistent mental illness or severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a community setting co-located with Adult Community and CAMHS services.
Work with experienced senior staff (OPMH Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Director, Clinical Nurse Consultant) who provide ongoing clinical guidance, supervision, and professional support.
What We're Looking For (Qualifications)
Demonstrated experience in clinical case management in a community mental health setting.
A strong understanding of mental health issues affecting older people.
The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits and Why Join Us
Be part of a small, passionate team making a real difference.
Adaptable and family-friendly working conditions.
Professional development support and clinical supervision.
Free parking and nearby shopping and amenities.
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full time employees).
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees).
Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
Fitness Passport for health and well-being.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
Additional Information
This is a Category A position. NSW Health policies on Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination apply. Hunter New England Health is committed to child safety and to a diverse, inclusive workplace. For accommodations in the recruitment process, please request when applying. For confidential support, contact Rebecca Caldwell at health.nsw.gov.au.
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