Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
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: $79,419.00 - $122,465.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply - to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Bourke NSW - Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 23 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the role
The Bourke Multidisciplinary Team is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to provide adult acute mental health services across Bourke and the surrounding communities.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work directly within the community, supporting consumers through assessment, intervention and recovery-focused care while seeing the positive impact of those interventions firsthand.

Working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, the successful applicant will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team and collaborate closely with a range of health and community services. Robust communication skills, mental health experience and a genuine interest in community-based acute mental health care are essential.

Western NSW Local Health District is committed to supporting professional growth through clinical supervision, workplace education, quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development opportunities. This role offers a rewarding career path for a clinician looking to make a meaningful difference while contributing to healthier rural people and thriving communities.

Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. 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.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Lucy Rolek on 02 6881 4* or at ****@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

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.

To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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