Employment Type : Temporary Part Time - Until 31 Jan 2027

Position Classification : Health Clinician Level 3

Remuneration : Depending on Qualifications

Hours Per Week : 32

Requisition ID : REQ

Location : Gosford Gateway Centre

Applications close : Thursday 30 July at 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

As a Senior Clinician, you will conduct initial screening assessments, provide brief interventions, evidence-based treatment, case coordination, triage, and facilitate referrals to support services for young people aged 12–25 years, including those experiencing mental health concerns, substance use issues, or other complex challenges.

Role

- Conduct comprehensive assessments, triage, and determine appropriate clinical pathways for young people aged 12–25 years.
- Provide evidence-based treatment, brief interventions, case coordination, and referral to appropriate support services.
- Collaborate with mental health services, GPs, allied health professionals, families, and community partners to ensure integrated care.
- Lead clinical review meetings and provide clinical advice and support to the Youth Access Team and Youth Complex Workers.
- Contribute to service improvement, clinical governance, documentation, and data collection activities.

Suitable Grades

- Counsellor Level 3
- Occupational Therapist Level 3
- Psychologist
- Social Worker Level 3
- Senior Psychologist
- Sexual Assault Worker Level 3
- Welfare Officer Level 3
- Clinical Psychologist
- Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications and professional registration in Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Counselling,



Community Welfare, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working with young people experiencing mental health, alcohol and other drug, or complex psychosocial issues.
- Strong skills in clinical assessment, risk management, care coordination, and delivery of evidence-based interventions.
- Proven ability to provide clinical leadership, consultation, and support within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to youth-friendly, recovery-oriented practice.

Benefits

- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Growth opportunities: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment,



Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive.

- Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
- Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Secure Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at or call for one‑on‑one support.

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