Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered) Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/ 2, Dietitian Level 1/ 2, Exercise Physiologist Level 1/ 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/ 2, Physiotherapist Level 1/ 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Speech Pathologist Level 1/ 2, Social Worker Level 1/ 2, Welfare Officer Level 1/ 2.
Remuneration: $79,****** - $122,****** pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives).
Location: Orange NSW – Find out more.
Hours Per Week: 38.
Applications Close: 20 September *********:59pm.
Mental Health Clinician - Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC) - Incentives Offered
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Orange.
About the role
The Mental Health Emergency Care team is seeking a Mental Health Clinician with at least three years post-qualification experience to join a dedicated acute mental health service where skills, experience and professional development are highly valued.
This diverse and rewarding role involves providing mental health triage, assessment and crisis intervention, while working closely with consumers, carers and a broad network of health professionals across Western NSW.
No two shifts are the same, with opportunities to work across the **** Mental Health line, undertake acute mental health assessments and collaborate with services across 44 health facilities.
The successful applicant will join a supportive multidisciplinary team and benefit from a comprehensive induction program, ongoing clinical supervision and access to extensive professional development opportunities.
With versatile rostering that provides three or four days off each week, this role offers an excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to build specialist skills in emergency mental health care.
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The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
Find out more at The Welcome Experience.
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.
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 environment 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.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales.
It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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📌 Mental Health Clinician - Mental Health Emergency Care (Mhec) - Incentives Offered (New South Wales)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 New South Wales