Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC2), Forensic Rehabilitation - Malabar Justice Health

Position Title: Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC2), Forensic Rehabilitation - Malabar Justice Health

If you are passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (JHFMHN). We are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most

Be part of a supportive workplace, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

We are a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

The Role

National and International best practice in forensic mental health care and recovery recognises the need for recovery orientated principles to co-exist with offence specific rehabilitation.

The Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 (CNC2) - Forensic Rehabilitation provides expert leadership in the delivery of forensic specific mental health rehabilitation that is both trauma-informed and recovery-oriented. Working in close partnership with the Forensic Rehabilitation and Psychology streams, the CNC2 advances contemporary clinical practice by promoting patient access to evidence-based supports that enhance understanding of the complex relationship between mental health needs and individual behaviour.

The portfolio drives innovation and excellence in care through the implementation of quality improvement and research initiatives, as well as the development, review and evaluation of clinical guidelines,



protocols and policies that reflect best practice in mental health and forensic rehabilitation. The CNC2 also plays a pivotal role in supporting Justice Health NSW to achieve key performance targets and fulfil strategic commitments under Performance Agreements with the NSW Ministry of Health.

- Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.
- Minimum five years full time equivalent postgraduate experience, with at least three years full time equivalent experience in mental health.
- The CNC Forensic Rehabilitation possesses the attributes to undertake the domains and functions of Grade 2 Clinical Nurse Consultant as per IB2017_002.

Salary and Benefits

Your salary plus superannuation is just the beginning.You’ll have access to:

· Additional allowances that may apply.

· Access to salary packaging benefits.

· A fitness passport (if you’re eligible)

· Free on-site parking to minimise your commute time.

· Fantastic training & education opportunities available.

Diversity and Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

We're working with JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to remove barriers in our recruitment process and build a more inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments to take part in this recruitment process, we're happy to discuss them with you.

*This is also a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Applications Close: 5 November 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT

For role related queries or questions contact Douglas Green on *****@health.nsw.gov.au

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