Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Mental Health Professionals
Remuneration: $79,419 - $92,801
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ688258
Applications Close: Thursday 17th September 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing
Provide triage, assessment, intervention and response to meet the Mental Health needs of person in the community, the community sector and primary care partners when they encounter mental health problems.

To work collaboratively with other service providers/agencies to promote assertive and timely service delivery for clients in the provision of holistic evidence based care in accordance to MNCLHD and Ministry of Health policies and directive.

About You
You are a compassionate and skilled mental health skilled with recognised qualifications in occupational therapy, social work, nursing, counselling, mental health, or a related discipline. Committed to delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented care, you bring experience in providing specialist mental health assessment, crisis intervention, care coordination, consultation, and liaison services to individuals experiencing complex mental health challenges.

You have a strong understanding of contemporary mental health practice and apply evidence-based approaches to assess, manage, and support people with a range of mental health needs. Your ability to build therapeutic relationships and engage consumers, families, carers, and service providers contributes to positive recovery outcomes and person-centred care planning.

A collaborative and adaptable practitioner,



you work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and maintain productive partnerships with key stakeholders to ensure coordinated and responsive service delivery. You are recognised for your strong communication, time management, and organisational skills, enabling you to manage competing demands while maintaining accurate documentation and high professional standards.

Confident in the use of NSW Health systems and a range of digital platforms, you utilise technology to support efficient clinical practice and information management. With a commitment to continuous improvement and consumer-focused care, you bring professionalism, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting individuals on their recovery journey. Holding a current driver's licence and a willingness to travel as required, you are flexible in meeting the needs of both consumers and the service.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal prospect employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.





We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact [email protected] .

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Gralton on ••••@health.nsw.gov.au

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]

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Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up

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