Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with consumers in their homes and local communities.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1, Counsellor Level 2, Dietitian Level 1, Dietitian Level 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1, Occupational Therapist Level 2, Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1, Social Worker Level 2
Remuneration: $37.48 - $69.84 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ655138
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Applications Close: Sunday, 19th April 2026
Eligibility: Must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified. Visa sponsorship is not available.
About Us
Hunter Valley Lower Mid North Coast Mental Health Service is a key part of the district's Mental Health Network, delivering high‐quality care to people experiencing severe and complex mental health challenges. The service supports people living with mood disorders, psychosis, eating disorders, personality disorders and the effects of significant life events, always through a recovery‐oriented and person‐centred approach. Our integrated model includes community‐based mental health teams, a 24‐bed acute psychiatric unit at Maitland Hospital and a 20‐bed acute psychiatric unit at Manning Base Hospital, allowing people to receive seamless care from home‐based treatment through to inpatient support and post‐discharge follow‐up. We work across Maitland, Dungog, Cessnock, Singleton, Muswellbrook, Upper Hunter, Taree, Forster, Gloucester, Bulahdelah and surrounding Lower Mid North Coast communities.
About The Role
As a Mental Health Clinician – Level 3 within the Continuing Care Team, you'll deliver assessment, intervention and care coordination in clients' homes and community settings. This is a varied, relationship‐based role where no two weeks are the same, and you'll play an important part in helping people re‐engage with meaningful life roles and strengthen their recovery journey.
Responsibilities
* Provide assessment, intervention and care coordination in the community.
* Build strong, long‐term therapeutic relationships with consumers and their supports.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Contribute to service improvement initiatives.
* Support people to maintain wellbeing and engagement in the community.
About You
You are a clinically capable and compassionate clinician who values flexibility, collaboration and person‐centred practice. You're comfortable balancing consumer autonomy with clinical risk, and you can work both independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications
* Must hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Counselling (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health, Djirruwang Program), Nutrition, or Dietetics that 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 during employment.
* Strong communication and time‐management skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Confidence in balancing consumer choice with clinical risk.
* Commitment to recovery‐oriented, person‐centred care.
* Flexible and adaptable approach to community‐based mental health work.
Benefits
* Up to $10,000 in the first 12 months plus up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
* Proximity to shopping and other services.
* 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 – discounted gym options for you and your family.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
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