Overview
Mental Health Ambulance Police Program Clinician, Illawarra Community Mental Health Service — Temporary Full Time until 31 May 2026. NSW Health opportunity based in the Illawarra region.
Responsibilities
- Provide highly mobile, recovery-oriented clinical assessment, consultancy and support to NSW Ambulance and Police managing mental health-related cases in the community.
- Deliver clinical leadership in the trialing of virtual assessment of consumers in the community who are geographically isolated.
- Conduct mental health triage, primary client assessment and management of complex mental health emergencies and crises at an advanced level.
- Apply extensive knowledge of mental health disorders and demonstrate clinical practices to support, treat, coordinate and educate emergency services working with consumers with complex mental and physical health needs.
- Collaborate with NSW Ambulance and Police across multiple locations for shift arrangements (e.g., Nowra, Oak Flats).
- Model CORE values (Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment) and contribute to research-based clinical practice, education, research and professional leadership.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Either:
• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration and a minimum of five years post-registration experience with approved post-registration nursing/midwifery qualification relevant to Acute Community Mental Health; OR
• Registered Occupational Therapist with current AHPRA registration; OR
• Social Worker eligible for registration with AASW.
- Valid NSW Driver's Licence.
- Essential training and credentials as part of the role as defined in the Position Description.
This is a temporary leave relief position until 31 May 2026 with the possibility of extension.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment in line with NSW Health’s Child Safe Standards. Staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people.
Benefits
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) — one paid day off per month for eligible full-time employees
- Salary packaging — less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing — lease a car and pay running costs from pre-tax salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport — discounted gym membership for you and your family (eligible)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — free confidential support for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
How to Apply
Apply now by reading the Position Description and submitting a resume and responses to the selection criteria via the online portal. You must meet the essential requirements listed above and ensure your application is complete before the close date: 1 October 2025.
About ISLHD
ISLHD covers an area from Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, spanning 5,687 square kilometres. The region includes beaches, bushlands, festivals and diverse communities. ISLHD operates seven hospital sites and provides community health services across 58 locations. Short commutes, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, with Sydney and Canberra nearby.
Legal and Diversity Statements
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer and a child-safe organisation. The information provided complies with NSW Health requirements and is intended to inform prospective applicants.
Location notes: Coniston, Wollongong and surrounding areas; multiple sites may be involved depending on shifts.
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