This is a Mental Health Rehabilitation Clincian role with NSW Health based in Moree, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - senior More about the Mental Health Rehabilitation Clincian role at NSW Health Lead rehabilitation. Transform lives. Shape the future of mental health care. Remuneration: $74,317.93 - $120,680 per annum super salary packaging Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 Location: Northwest Community Mental Health - Moree or Narrabri Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ624544 Applications Close: 12th January 2026 Where You’ll Be Working Join the New England Northwest (NENW) Mental Health Service, a contemporary and consumer-focused service delivering evidence-based mental health rehabilitation across rural and regional communities. You will be part of the Northwest Community Mental Health team—an experienced, supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary group that prides itself on strong clinical governance, person-centred practice and a commitment to delivering high-quality care for every patient, every time. The culture of the team is collaborative, respectful and driven by innovation. Staff are passionate about leading change in ambulatory mental health care and are supported by a strong leadership structure that values integrity, accountability and continuous improvement. This is a service where your expertise is recognised, your voice matters and your professional growth is encouraged. About The Role We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Level 3 Mental Health Rehabilitation Clinician to join our Northwest Community Mental Health Service. This senior position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, rehabilitation-focused care to consumers with complex mental health needs. In this role, you will undertake comprehensive rehabilitation assessments and provide individually tailored, evidence-informed interventions that support each consumer’s recovery journey. You will coordinate care for consumers with multifaceted needs, ensuring they receive safe, person-centred and recovery-oriented support across all stages of treatment. You will also offer specialist rehabilitation advice to colleagues and participating services, contributing your advanced clinical expertise to guide best practice across the team. Collaboration is fundamental to this position. You will work closely with NDIS providers and Community Managed Organisations to ensure consumers have access to appropriate supports within the community. As a senior clinician, you will also provide discipline-specific leadership, advocacy and mentorship, including the professional supervision of clinicians within your discipline. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both autonomy and teamwork and who is motivated by the opportunity to positively influence pathways and outcomes across the service. You will be welcomed into a highly supportive workplace with comprehensive guidance from the Rehabilitation Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Team Manager, Professional Lead and the NENW Service Manager. You will receive mandated structured clinical supervision and have access to ongoing professional development, education and training opportunities through NSW Health programs and internal in-service initiatives. You will be encouraged to grow your skills, expand your expertise and contribute to the ongoing development of the rehabilitation service. About You You are a skilled, motivated and compassionate senior clinician who thrives in a dynamic community mental health environment. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills enable you to build meaningful therapeutic relationships with consumers, carers and colleagues, and you are confident working with people experiencing complex rehabilitation needs. You bring advanced discipline-specific clinical knowledge and the ability to apply this expertise autonomously while remaining an active, collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team. You are committed to evidence-based rehabilitation and maintain a strong advocacy focus, ensuring that consumer goals, independence and wellbeing remain central to every aspect of care. Your integrity, leadership capacity and dedication to high-quality practice make you an invaluable contributor to both the team and the broader service. Requirements Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program), Nutrition and Dietetics which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. For a CNS2: relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years experience working in the clinical area of a post-graduate qualification. Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment. What We Can Offer At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 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 Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Baker on michelle.baker@health.nsw.gov.au Information For Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Conducting rehabilitation assessments Coordinating care Providing leadership Key Strengths Mental health rehabilitation Collaboration Leadership and mentorship Crisis intervention Cultural competency Data analysis Why NSW Health is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.