Mental Health Clinician - New England Northwest Acute Care Team
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ588363 Requisition #
Make a real impact delivering innovative, community-based mental health care across the New England North West with a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Dietitian Lvl 3, Occupational Therapist Lvl 3, Social Worker Lvl 3, Graduates from the Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health (Djirruwang Program) may be appointed as a Counsellor Lvl 3
Remuneration: $77,358 - $133,156 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging (remuneration dependent on qualifications)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ588363
Location: Based at either Tamworth or Armidale, depending on your preference.
Closing: Tuesday, 15th July 2025
Step into a role that truly makes a difference – where innovation meets impact in community mental health.
We’re looking for a passionate Mental Health Clinician to join the New England North West Acute Care Team (NENW ACT) — a dynamic, multidisciplinary service dedicated to supporting adults with acute mental health needs across our region.
Why this role?
Because no two days are the same when you're at the frontline of mental health care. In this role, you’ll provide vital assessment, short-term support, and care coordination to adults in the community—combining clinical expertise with compassion to make a meaningful difference.
What you’ll be doing:
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Delivering timely intake, acute care, and outreach support alongside a collaborative team of clinicians, peer workers, and medical staff
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Working in a progressive, hybrid model with both face-to-face and telehealth care
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Playing a senior role in guiding and mentoring junior team members
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Supporting broader NENW Health Services through inreach where needed
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Operating on a 7-day rotating roster that supports work-life balance
Where you’ll be based:
Choose your preferred location—Tamworth or Armidale—and enjoy the best of regional living while doing meaningful work.
We’re looking for someone who is:
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Experienced in mental health and risk assessments
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Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and responsive
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A confident communicator in multidisciplinary settings
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Passionate about supporting peers and junior colleagues
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Flexible, reliable, and committed to delivering person-centred care
What’s in it for you?
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Work with a respected and supportive team
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Contribute to service innovation and development
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Access to professional development and career progression
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Enjoy the natural beauty, lifestyle, and community of regional NSW
Take the next step in your mental health career—where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Apply now to join the NENW Acute Care Team.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New 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:
- 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
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 Gina Blyton on Gina.Blyton@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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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.
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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
This is a Health Clinician Level 3 position. However, if there are no appropriate Level 3 applicants, applications from Level 1 and 2 will be considered. The selection criteria reflects the requirements for a Level 3 applicant. Responses from Level 1 or 2 applicants need to demonstrate their level of competence with regard to the same criteria and their ability to work towards Level 3. The expected performance of the incumbent will be commensurate with his/her years of experience and current level at commencement of appointment. The incumbent will work towards meeting the criteria for Level 3.
To be eligible for permanent 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.
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, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
