Senior Health Clinician Specialist Intellectual Disability

🔍 Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie Community Health | Mid North Coast

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Coffs Harbour, Coffs Harbour Community Health | Mid North Coast
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Health Clinician
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REQ570237 Requisition #
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3 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 4
Remuneration: 121658 - 124607
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ570237
Advertising closes: 21 May 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 


What you'll be doing
The Intellectual Disability clinician will inform and guide health staff on the delivery of care for people with intellectual disability and their carers and families.

The position will lead the development of appropriate clinical practice for patients/clients with intellectual disability and their carers and families in any hospital or site in the local health district e.g. community health or outpatient setting.

The position will assist the Northern Sydney LHD specialised intellectual disability health team in developing and delivering outreach in the district. The outreach service will include multidisciplinary assessment and care planning for people with complex health needs and intellectual disability and activity to build the skills, confidence and experience of mainstream clinicians.

The position will strategically drive disability inclusion frameworks and develop strategies to support systemic improvement within the MNCLHD.
About you 
Do you have current registration with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Aust with at least 5 yrs full time equivalent post registration experience or post graduate qualifications with at least 3 yrs full time experience in the relevant field; Completion of Masters or Doctoral Degree in Clin Psych; Snr Psych with registration with the Psych Board of Australia; Bach degree in physio or equivalent qualifcations for registration or eligibility for registration with the Physio Board of Aust; Bach of OT or equivalent quals recognised for registration with the OT Board of Aust; Bach degree in counselling; Tertiary Degree in Social Work providing eligibility for membership of AASW; Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics that provides for full membership of the Dietitians Assoc of Aust; Bach or post graduate degree in Speech Path or equivalent and eligibility for practicing membership of Speech Path Aust; Bach in Health Science or applied sciences in leisure, recreation or diversional therapy recognised by the Diversional Therapy Associates of Australia National Council; Bach of Community Welfare or relevant field for Welfare Officer

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

 

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

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    For role related queries or questions contact Cassandra Carswell on Cassandra.Carswell@health.nsw.gov.au

    For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au

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