Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Mental Health Clinician (MHC) or Mental Health Registered Nurse (MHRN) to join a community-based mental health service in Coffs Harbour.

n

This role is available as either a:

n

n
- 3-month contract position (ASAP start)
n

n

Salary & Benefits

n

Contract

n

n
- Up to $70 per hour
n
- ASAP start
n
- No accommodation or travel provided
n

n

Permanent

n

n
- $88,000 - $100,000 per annum (pro rata for 0.8 FTE)
n
- Superannuation
n
- Relocation assistance
n
- Bonus opportunities (subject to confirmation)
n
- Salary packaging up to $15,990
n

n

About the Role

n

This position supports individuals experiencing moderate to complex mental health challenges through accessible, evidence-based and recovery-focused care. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, treatment and ongoing support to clients while contributing to positive clinical outcomes.

n

Key Responsibilities

n

n
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments.
n
- Develop case formulations and treatment plans.
n
- Complete risk assessments and crisis intervention planning.
n
- Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
n
- Provide client-centred care and support.
n
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
n
- Maintain accurate and high-quality clinical documentation.
n
- Participate in case reviews, supervision and multidisciplinary meetings.
n
- Contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.
n

n





Applicants must hold an approved tertiary qualification in one of the following:

n

n
- Psychology (AHPRA registered or provisionally registered)
n
- Social Work (eligible for AASW membership)
n
- Occupational Therapy
n
- Mental Health Nursing
n

n

You will also demonstrate:

n

n
- Experience in mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
n
- Experience completing risk assessments and risk management plans.
n
- Strong understanding of mental health systems, legislation and qualified standards.
n
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
n
- Ability to work autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams.
n
- Strong clinical documentation and report-writing skills.
n
- Experience working with complex presentations including PTSD, eating disorders or personality disorders.
n
- Experience delivering group programs or therapeutic interventions.
n
- Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
n
- Experience with electronic medical record systems.
n
- Master's or Doctoral qualifications.
n

n

Compliance Requirements

n

Successful applicants must:

n

n
- Hold relevant registration and qualifications.
n
- Complete a National Police Check.
n
- Hold a current driver's licence.
n
- Have full Australian working rights.
n
- Hold any required Working With Children/Young People checks.
n
- Be willing to participate in supervision and professional development activities.
n

n

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Mental Health Registered Nurse (Coffs Harbour)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Coffs Harbour