Mental Health Dietitian Level 3 - CAMHS
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ584862 Requisition #
Make a real impact in young lives—join our passionate CAMHS team and lead the way in mental health nutrition care.
Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 3
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ584862
Applications Close: Sunday, 20th July 2025
Where you'll be working:
You'll be joining the dynamic New England North West CAMHS Community Team—a passionate, multidisciplinary group made up of psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, mental health nurses, and medical staff. Together, we deliver comprehensive mental health care to young people and their families across the New England and North West regions, supporting those with complex and often challenging needs.
Our team thrives on collaboration, working closely with schools, GPs, juvenile justice, and other community and hospital-based services to provide wraparound care. The role offers great variety and the chance to work across different settings, with strong support from leadership both within CAMHS and across broader district-wide networks, including dietetics and specialist services. It’s a vibrant, connected environment where your contribution will be valued and your professional growth supported.
About the role:
In this role, you’ll provide specialist dietetic services to young people and their families experiencing complex mental health challenges across the New England North West CAMHS. You'll apply advanced clinical reasoning and exercise professional judgement to assess, plan, and deliver tailored nutritional care in community settings. With a focus on improving outcomes for clients with diverse and complex needs, you’ll work independently while being well supported by the wider multidisciplinary team.
This position also offers the opportunity to step into a progressive role—shaping and developing nutrition care services within CAMHS, driving quality improvement initiatives. Strong collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholders and community organisations will be central to your work, ensuring integrated and responsive care for young people and their families.
In this role, you’ll be well-supported through a range of professional development and supervision opportunities. You’ll be connected to a district-wide network of dietitians through regular meetings and a weekly newsletter featuring training updates and resources. Clinical supervision will be available to help guide your practice, including tailored support from a senior CAMHS dietitian. You’ll also have access to specialist training, to help you grow your skills and confidence in this unique and rewarding area. This includes access to clinical support and training in eating disorders from the Eating Disorder Clinical Support Team and other clinicians.
About you:
We’re looking for a skilled and compassionate dietitian with strong mental health literacy and a genuine passion for supporting young people and their families. Ideally, you’ll have experience working in child and adolescent settings, and bring a trauma-informed, person-centred approach to care. Your clinical skills will be well-rounded, and you’ll be confident in navigating complex presentations with empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference.
Requirements:
- Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of the Dietitians Australia (DA), or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Eligible to drive in NSW.
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
- 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
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- 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 Sue-Ellen Trevett on SueEllen.Trevett@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.
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.
