Mental Health Clinician – Community Mental Health
Role Overview
Queensland Health is seeking experienced Mental Health Clinicians to join Community Mental Health and Acute Care Teams. These roles support adults (18+) experiencing acute mental health crises, delivering timely, community‑based assessment and intervention. While advertised in Sydney, permanent regional opportunities are available across NSW.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver community‑based acute mental health assessment and crisis response
* Conduct triage, comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments
* Provide short‑term interventions, safety planning, and assertive outreach
* Coordinate care and referrals with internal and external services
* Work within Trauma‑Informed Care and Recovery‑oriented frameworks
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across hospital and community settings
Requirements
* Qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
* Current AHPRA registration or AASW eligibility
* Experience in acute and/or community mental health settings
* Strong risk assessment, crisis intervention, and care coordination skills
* NSW Driver's Licence (or ability to obtain)
For a confidential discussion, contact Lachlan Webster via email or phone.
Flexible Locum Opportunities for Social Workers & Mental Health Clinicians across New South Wales
Join cmr for flexible locum opportunities that match your lifestyle and let you explore new settings across NSW.
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* Enjoy highly competitive hourly rates that reward your experience
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Who We're Looking For:
* Social Workers and Mental Health Clinicians across many settings
* APHRA registration or AASW eligibility/accreditation
* Current Working With Children Check
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Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse – 12‑Week Contract
We are seeking dedicated nurses for a 12‑week contract (or more) in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.
Why Choose cmr?
* Diverse Working Environments : Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings
* Work‑Life Balance : Flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures
* Competitive Compensation : Earn up to $86 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel and accommodation allowances
* Professional Growth : Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise
* Adventure & Exploration : Discover new places while doing what you love
* Supportive Employer : Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way
Roles include:
* Acute Mental Health : Fast‑paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients and coordinating with emergency services
* Inpatient Units : Consistent, supportive care for intensive mental health patients, daily assessments, medication administration and multidisciplinary collaboration
* Community Mental Health : Case management, comprehensive assessments and care planning outside the hospital environment
Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.
Criteria
* Qualifications : Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions
* Experience : Minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing, particularly in case management
* Communication Skills : Excellent communication to engage patients and team members
* Collaboration : Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
* Transportation : Valid driver's licence for regional and remote roles
* Flexibility : Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks
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