Senior Mental Health Professional(Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2, Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Occupational Therapist/Social Worker/Speech Pathologist Lvl 3) - Elver Program Parramatta - Temp FT/PT

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled mental health professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with complex mental health needs. You will bring demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents, and families experiencing trauma, mental health concerns, and psychosocial complexity, together with a strong understanding of the OOHC sector and interagency service delivery.

The successful candidate will possess excellent clinical assessment and intervention skills, confidence managing high-risk and complex presentations, and the ability to provide leadership, mentoring, and support to clinicians and service partners. You will be a collaborative team player with highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, capable of building effective partnerships across health, child protection, education, and community services. Most importantly, you will be committed to delivering strengths-based, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally protected care that promotes the wellbeing and long-term outcomes of children and young people.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

Relevant qualification/ registration in one of the disciplines outlined in the position description.





Demonstrated skills in coordinating and contributing to multidisciplinary care for children and young people in a trauma-informed and culturally safe manner, along with proven experience in providing advanced evidence-based clinical interventions.

Please provide an example of how you remain outcomes-focused while managing high-risk, complex young people, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in your therapeutic approaches.

Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Position Information

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact

**********@health.nsw.gov.au

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee,



multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Aboriginal Workforce

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Grow Your Career

- Discounted gym membership through
- Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

Child Safe Employment

South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 implementingthe 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.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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📌 Senior Mental Health Professional(Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2, Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Occupational Therapist/Social Worker/Speech Pathologist Lvl 3) - Elver Program Parramatta - Temp FT/PT (City of Sydney)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 City of Sydney