Mental Health Professional – Mental Health Intake Servies

Shape access to urgent mental health care through emergency assessments, telehealth triage and crisis intervention across the region.

Remuneration:$118,162 - $144,021 Per Annum (Dependant on Qualifications) + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: PermanentFull Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Dietitian Level 3
Hours Per Week:38
Location: HNE Mental Health Intake Services, James Fletcher Campus
Applications Close: Tuesday 17th November 2026

About the Role

Are you looking for an exciting professional development opportunity? Are you interested in providing emergency mental health assessments and telehealth triage services? Hunter New England Mental Health Intake Services is seeking motivated and skilled clinicians to join our team in a permanent position.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a dynamic and innovative service that includes The Mental Health Line, Northern Mental Health Emergency Care – Rural Access Program (NMHEC-RAP), and the Mental Health First Responder service.

As part of Mental Health Intake Services, you will play a key role in providing mental health triage, assessment, referral, and crisis intervention to consumers across the Hunter New England region, supporting access to timely and appropriate mental health care. This role will see you work across a rotating 24/7 shift roster.

Join a supportive and experienced team committed to excellence in clinical care, collaboration, and continuous professional development.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter Recent England Health,



enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Ongoing career development opportunities across the administrative network

Career progression opportunities within NSW Health

Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees

Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay

Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation. OR;
- Must hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy, Psychology , Dietitian, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health, Djirruwang Program) which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant qualified association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and proven experience in related field or a combination of both study and experience.

Additional information:





An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

- This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered (3 days per week).
- Hunter New England Health 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.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact ***@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions

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