Mental Health Clinician - CAMHS - Incentives Offered
It’s a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme!
Remuneration: $70,049.73 - $113,554.13 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3, Counsellor Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Location: Moree Community Health Service or Narrabri Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ533036
Applications Close: Sunday, 24th November 2024
Join a vibrant, multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in mental health care!
Where you'll be working:
Our dynamic group includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Psychiatry Registrars, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Occupational Therapists, all working collaboratively to ensure top-notch care for every patient.
The Mehi Sector, encompassing Moree and Narrabri, offers a unique opportunity to escape the hustle of city life while remaining connected to essential services and infrastructure. Experience a refreshing change of pace in a welcoming community that values work-life balance. Whether you're single, a couple, or with a family, you'll find an array of activities and a supportive environment tailored to your needs.
Connect with fellow young professionals, explore social groups, join local sporting teams, and immerse yourself in community theatre or art classes. Enjoy lively events such as picnic races, agricultural shows, and food and music festivals. The Mehi Sector offers a blend of relaxation and engagement, perfect for anyone looking to enhance their quality of life.
About the role:
As a dedicated Mental Health Professional, you’ll play a crucial role in providing comprehensive assessment, treatment, and care coordination for children and young people facing mental health challenges. You’ll work closely with their families, carers, and guardians to make a meaningful impact.
In this role, you’ll receive robust support including clinical supervision, ongoing education and training opportunities, and a thorough orientation program to ensure your success and professional growth.
Our ideal candidate:
- Experienced Professional: You have substantial experience working with children and young people with mental health concerns and their families.
- Exceptional Communicator: Your high-level communication and interpersonal skills allow you to adapt your approach to connect effectively with children, parents, and families.
- Team Player: Your ability to build strong relationships and work seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently, will be key to thriving in this role.
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:
- Be a part of a great team of clinicians with extensive support systems
- Enjoy flexibility in your role, we want you to enjoy your work-life balance
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Superannuation contributions
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme:
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:
- Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months
- Retention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually
*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.
Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11.5% superannuation.
Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:
- Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year)
- Additional personal leave (up to 5 more days per year)
- Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs)
- Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends
**The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer.
Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package.
Requirements:
- Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, 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.
Additional information:
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jennifer Gallagher on Jennifer.Gallagher@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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