Registered Nurse, Community Older Persons Mental Health
- Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $81,748.17
- $114,771.98 per annum, plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ704755

Location:
Randwick, Sydney Applications close date: 8 November 2026 Previous applicants need not apply The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery. Learn more

about us
here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District The Role Are you a passionate and experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people within the community? An exciting opportunity exists to join the Community Older Persons Mental Health Team within Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service. In this rewarding role, you will provide specialist mental health assessment, care coordination, treatment and recovery-focused support to older adults experiencing mental health challenges, enabling them to maintain independence, wellbeing and quality of life. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with consumers, families, carers, general practitioners, residential aged care providers and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement person-centred care plans that promote recovery and support positive health outcomes. This role offers a diverse and rewarding caseload, providing opportunities to work across a range of community settings while delivering evidence-based mental health interventions and supporting consumers through all stages of their recovery journey. We are seeking a clinician who is compassionate, adaptable and committed to delivering high-quality mental health care. In return, you'll join a supportive and experienced team that values professional development, collaboration and innovation in care delivery. If you're looking to advance your mental health nursing career while helping older people live healthier, more connected lives, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us?
• Work within a highly regarded specialist Older Persons Mental Health Service.
• Deliver meaningful, recovery-oriented care in the community.
• Collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Access ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities.




• Make a genuine impact on the wellbeing of older people and their families. Join us in supporting older people to achieve their recovery goals and live well within their community. Where you'll be working You will be based at Older Persons Community Mental Health, ESMHS, working Monday to Friday 0830-1700. You will be located on the Prince of Wales Hospital campus, Randwick. Close by to beaches, cafes and access to a outstanding lifestyle. Additional Benefits
• Financial benefits
- Salary packaging options
- Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Career development
- Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable and to obtain personal regrade to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1 status where relevant Selection Criteria To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the following criteria in your application:
• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing and current unrestricted registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated experience in the assessment, treatment and management of Older People with a mental illness in a community setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to a consumer focused, recovery-oriented approach and consumer collaboration in care planning.
• Demonstrated commitment to own personal and professional development and the participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in time management.
• Computer literacy, along with an understanding of the EMR recording system.
• Current Driver's License.

How to Apply
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8 November 2026 For more information we encourage you to contact Jean Hickey on Jean.
[email protected] Interviews are expected to be held between 16 November 2026 and 20 November 2026 Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Need more information?
• Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
• Find out more about applying for this position Our values and commitment to diversity Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace. We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, education and socio-economic status. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and people with different abilities. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information. Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected] and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information Information For Applicants
• An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed or compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website

📌 Registered Nurse, Community Older Persons Mental Health (Sydney)
🏢 South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD)
📍 Sydney