Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
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, Speech Pathologist Level 1 / 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $113,226.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 22 July 2025 – 11:59pm
Mental Health Clinician – Suicide Prevention Outreach Team – 5-10K Incentives Offered
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Dubbo
About The Role
The most rewarding aspects of this role is being able to work within the community, meeting new patients and seeing positive outcomes for them from interventions that are put in place. The successful applicant would need to have good communication skills to be able to network with other services within the community. There is ongoing support in this role and opportunities for further growth and ongoing professional development opportunities.
The key skills are to have experience and an interest in providing mental health care in the community. Experience is preferred, but not essential.
This position is based in Dubbo where you will be working as a part of the larger Mental Health team Monday to Friday within the hours of 8.30am to 5pm.
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.
Early in your career? Get AHEAD
Kick-start Your Career With Western NSW LHD's Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This Unique Program Provides Early-career Allied Health Professionals With
* Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
* Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
* Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
* Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
To Apply For This Role
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Lucy Rolek, Team Leader - Adult Acute Dubbo and Region on (02) 6881 4000 or at lucy.rolek@health.nsw.gov.au 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 (ongoing or temporary).
* 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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