Overview
Mental Health Emergency Consultation Service (MHECS) Clinician – looking for a role with better work‐life balance? Join the vibrant and professional team working with people within Emergency Mental Health Services. Be part of the vibrant and professional team improving and enriching the health of our communities every day.
Our Benefits
* A collaborative, teams‐based multi‐disciplinary approach to patient care
* Engaging and intellectually stimulating work
* A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves
* A position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goals
* Salary packaging, novated leasing, and Health and Wellbeing Support
* Relocation support considerations
* Incentives – This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign‐on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full‐time equivalent, position and location).
Employment Type
Full Time, Part Time and casual opportunities available
Position Classification
Occupational Therapist – Level 3, Social Worker – Level 3, Clinical Nurse Consultant – Grade 2, Counsellor – Level 3 with PACFA membership or Psychologist
Remuneration
$80,452.00 – $120,680.00 per annum (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per week
Up to 38 hours per week
Requisition ID
REQ648352
Vaccination Category
A
Location
Wagga Wagga / Remote work within the MLHD
Who We Are
The Mental Health Emergency Consultation and Support (MHECS) Clinician is part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of nurses, social workers, psychologists and occupational therapists. The team operates on a 24/7 rotating roster, based in Wagga, providing virtual support to the surrounding towns.
What You'll Be Doing
The MHECS Clinician is responsible for coordinating and delivering emergency mental health consultations, assessments and support services to persons (including their family, and/or carers) who are experiencing acute mental health crisis in the MLHD. The MHECS Clinician develops a plan to assist, support and guide the emergency department clinicians in 32 hospitals across MLHD in managing risk, medications and plans for ongoing care.
Responsibilities
* Deliver rapid, high‐quality mental health assessments and crisis support at the frontline of care
* Partner with Emergency Departments and multidisciplinary teams to provide safe, person‐centred outcomes.
* Use your clinical expertise to assess risk and develop tailored care and safety plans
* Collaborate with community services, police, and ambulance through innovative response models like PACER
* Make a meaningful impact by supporting recovery‐focused care and improving outcomes for individuals and communities
* Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, felt at a community level.
Candidates Will Be Required To Meet The Following Criteria
* Relevant qualification and registration and/or membership as listed in the classifications of the position description and demonstrated 3 years' experience in Mental Health
* Minimum 3 years' experience in mental health, with strong assessment and crisis intervention skills
* Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with consumers, families, and stakeholders
* Sound knowledge of the NSW Mental Health Act 2007 and commitment to recovery‐oriented, trauma‐informed care
* Current driver's licence and willingness to travel as required
More Information
* Download the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Paul Craft, Manager on 02 5943 1720 or .
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Applications close: 15 April 2026
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