Health Clinician - Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI)

Western NSW Local Health District - Bloomfield NSW

9d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 4, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: $83,670.00 - $144,.21.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options
Location: Orange NSW - Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 6 August 2026 - 11:59pm

Health Clinician - Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI)
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol

An exciting opportunity exists for a Mental Health Clinician with a Drug & Alcohol specialty to join our team. Working as part of the Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI), you will support consumers with severe and enduring mental illness who have experienced, or are at risk of, extended hospital stays.

In this rewarding role, you will provide evidence-based drug and alcohol assessment, treatment and consultation for people with complex co-occurring mental health and substance use presentations. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality clinical care, contribute to workforce development and education, and support practice improvement initiatives that enhance outcomes for consumers and their carers.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your specialist skills, provide clinical leadership and make a meaningful difference in supporting consumers to achieve recovery and successfully transition to community living.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

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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.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Heather Fairfax on 02 6369 7*** or at ***************@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 setting 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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📌 Health Clinician - Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI) (Orange)
🏢 Western NSW Local Health District
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