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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Exercise Physiologist Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1 / 2,Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $74,317,94 - $117,755.04 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 25 February 2026 – 11:59pm
Mental Health Clinician – 5-10k Incentives offered
Community Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)- Orange
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a mental health clinician passionate about working with children, young people and their families in a community mental health setting. The CAMHS service provides short to medium term support to young people struggling with acute mental illness and their families. As a clinician within the CAMHS multidisciplinary team, you will be engaging in direct clinical practice, whilst working alongside colleagues from a variety of disciplines, including nursing, psychology, dietetics, speech therapy and psychiatry.
The service operates Monday to Friday 08:30am to 5pm, with the ability to consider flexible work hours or arrangements on an individual basis. Clinicians are based in Yaganda Bulabul, a newly renovated clinical space on the grounds of the beautiful Bloomfield campus, with staff also encouraged to see consumers in the community.
The role includes clinical assessment, case management, therapeutic intervention, psychosocial support, crisis response, safety planning, care planning, assertive outreach, advocacy, and coordination of supports.
The successful applicant will work closely with the team leader, clinical leader and the wider team. They will receive clinical supervision and frequent professional development opportunities. They will be part of a passionate, committed, and skilled team, and contribute to a supportive and caring workplace culture.
The successful applicant will be supported with a supernumerary period, including clinical and operational orientation to the role. Ongoing professional development opportunities are regularly offered, allowing the applicant to continue to develop their specialised skills.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To Apply For This Role
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Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Angela Sheldrick, on or at for more information.
Additional Information For Applicants
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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