GOT-IT Mental Health Clinician

• Undertake comprehensive assessment of identified children, as per the program model, and administer and interpret clinical outcome measurement tools. This may include providing relevant discipline specific assessments where required.
• Provide evidence-based group interventions designed to develop social skills and emotional regulation skills in children and their parent/carers.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools and other community agencies where indicated to provide the best possible outcome for consumer. This includes providing referrals for children requiring interventions beyond the scope of the Got It Program and facilitating initial access to other agencies and resources as required.
• Support and enhance school-based understanding and identification of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties in order to reduce impact and prevalence. This includes development and delivery of teacher education, and consultation and liaison with student support staff.

As part of our supportive team, you'll receive guidance from experience mental health clinicians within the GOT IT team. These positions currently report directly to the CAMHS Service manager. Additionally, you'll benefit from regular clinical supervision and access to continuous training and educational programs, all designed to enhance your professional development and ensure your success in this role.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Clin Psychology/clin psych in training, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program), Nutrition and Dietetics which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. For a CNS2: relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years experience working in the clinical area of a post-graduate qualification.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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.