Are you an experienced clinician with strong assessment skills and a passion for helping people access the right support at the right time?

Centacare South West NSW is seeking a Senior Clinical and Access Coordinator to lead and oversee our initial client access process. This pivotal role supports clients from their first point of contact through engagement, screening, triage, eligibility assessment, referral and brief intervention.

As a senior clinician, you will ensure clients are allocated to the most appropriate service or program in a timely, equitable and clinically informed way. You will assess individual needs and therapeutic goals, provide psychoeducation, and identify and respond appropriately to complex risks..

If you want to work alongside a team of passionate professionals who share a commitment to improving the wellbeing of people across our community, then hit us up!

Some things we look out for are:

- An experienced clinician with at least five years experience in mental health or a related field, including intake, assessment and triage.

- Strong clinical judgement and the ability to assess client needs, eligibility, urgency and suitability for services.

- Demonstrated experience conducting risk assessments and developing appropriate safety and response plans.

- Excellent relationship-building & communication skills.

- Strong organisation, time management and record-keeping skills..

- A collaborative and compassionate clinician committed to trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally responsive practice.

Essential Qualifications & Checks:

- Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in health, behavioural or social science, community services, or a related field

- Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in mental health or related field,



including intake/access/triage responsibilities

- Current Working with Children Check & National Police Check.

Why Centacare?

- Award-Winning Workplace: Proud recipients of the Employee of Choice Business Awards 2024.

- Collaborate with Talented Teams: Work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference.

- Excellent Employee Benefits: Enjoy extra leave to recharge after all the hard work.

- Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact on the lives of others every day.

- Qualified Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing professional development and career mentoring.

- Tax-Free Benefits: As an employee of a not-for-profit, enjoy up to $15,900 in tax-free salary packaging on approved household expenses annually.

For further information, call or email Emma Walsh (HR/Payroll Manager) on 0417 444 *** for a chat or **@centacareswnsw.org.au

How to apply:

Applicants are requested to forward a cover letter addressing the selection criteria & a resume to **@centacareswnsw.org.au application's close September 22nd 2026.

Centacare South West NSW is committed to ensure our organisation upholds the Safety of all Children and young people and their right to be safe. We are compliant with the recommendations of the Office of Children’s Guardian. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual or gender orientation, age, disability, marital status, carer responsibilities, political opinion, national extraction or social origin. Centacare is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status

📌 Senior Clinical and Access Coordinator (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 Centacare South West NSW
📍 Wagga Wagga