Requisition ID: REQ693882

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification

- Occupational Therapist Level 1-2: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 per annum
- Social Worker Level 1-2: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 per annum
- Registered Nurse: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum
- Psychologist: $83,670.00 - $122,465.00 per annum

In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Bankstown Community Health Centre

Applications close: 27/09/2026

Contact: Vanessa Crawford on [email protected]|02 9780 2777

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position. With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Achieve Something Great

Join the Bankstown Assertive Outreach Team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with severe and persistent mental illness. You will be part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering recovery-oriented, strengths-based care in the community. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to build therapeutic relationships, provide evidence-based interventions, coordinate recovery plans, and support consumers and carers across a seven-day service.

With varied shifts and a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and person-centred care, this position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about supporting recovery and promoting positive outcomes for some of the community's most vulnerable individuals.

As a pool clinician, you’ll begin by supporting one of our teams to fill a current vacancy. As new opportunities arise across our mental health services, you may be offered the chance to transition to other teams—providing you with valuable experience and exposure across the diverse services within SWSLHD Community Mental Health. Future roles may become available at Ingleburn, Campbelltown, Ambarvale, Liverpool, Fairfield, and Wollondilly.

We welcome applications from Allied Health students awaiting confirmation of course completion, conferral, or registration.

Are You the Right Fit? You're a passionate and adaptable mental health qualified who values person-centred, strengths-based care. You enjoy working collaboratively, building strong therapeutic relationships,



and supporting consumers with complex needs in community settings. If you're committed to recovery-focused practice and making a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The team provides support across a 7-day rotating roster, offering varied shifts (8:30am–5:00pm, 10:00am–6:30pm, and 2:00pm–10:30pm) to meet the needs of consumers and carers

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 qualifications as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or qualified Social Worker eligible for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), or CSU Graduates: Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health).
- Please provide a detailed description of your interest and motivation in applying for this role highlighting your relevant skills & experience in providing assessment and treatment for consumers of the mental health service.
- Using an example, describe a time where you have had to work as part of a team to solve a problem. Outline the communication skills used and how you ensured the problem would not occur again.
- 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.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply
- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
- 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 [email protected]
- 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
- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- 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
- Versatile 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
- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
- Health & Wellbeing
- 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

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- 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 implementing the 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.

📌 Community Mental Health Professional (Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Lvl 1-2, Registered Nurse, Psychologist) - Bankstown Assertive Outreach Team (Pool) - Perm FT
🏢 South Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 Bankstown