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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3 Remuneration: $109,247.00 - $133,156.00 per Anum + superannuation + salary packaging Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Greater Newcastle Region
Where You'll Be Working
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Mental Health Clinician to join our supportive and dynamic team within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Greater Newcastle. This position is primarily based with the Newcastle CAMHS team, working across our Raymond Terrace and Newcastle offices, with occasional travel to other areas within the Greater Newcastle region during work hours. CAMHS is a specialist service dedicated to the assessment and treatment of young people aged 0–17 years and their families or carers residing in the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNE LHD). The service provides care to young people experiencing complex and severe mental health difficulties that significantly affect their functioning and development across multiple areas of life.
What You'll Be Doing
* Deliver high‑quality assessment, treatment, and case coordination services to children, young people, and their families or caregivers.
* Contribute discipline‑specific expertise to multidisciplinary team discussions and collaborate with professionals from Psychiatry, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, and Dietetics.
* Provide specialist child, adolescent, and family‑based assessments and conduct individual, dyadic, and family therapy interventions.
* Apply trauma‑informed care principles when working with children and young people experiencing mental health concerns and their families or carers.
* Exercise independent professional judgement in clinical decision‑making and service delivery, ensuring alignment with professional, organisational, legal, and ethical standards.
* Identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice and contribute to initiatives that enhance service delivery and consumer outcomes.
* Work semi‑autonomously on tasks related to assessment, formulation, and clinical documentation, while maintaining accountability to the multidisciplinary team and service standards.
Requirements & Eligibility
Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.
Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor, Nutrition and Dietetics. The qualification must provide eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association, general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency or relevant post‑registration qualifications, and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of the specified post‑graduate qualification.
What We Can Offer You
* Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
* Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑rated for part‑time employees).
* Paid parental leave (eligible employees).
* Monthly allocated days off for full‑time employees.
* Proximity to shopping and other services.
* Access to regular clinical supervision, ongoing training opportunities, and continuing professional development programs.
How To Apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability. Significant experience and knowledge in working with children and/or young people with mental health concerns and their parents/guardians and family is required.
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