Senior Mental Health Professional (Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Occupational Therapist / Social Worker Level 3, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2) - Bankstown Assertive Outreach Team - Temp FT
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- REQ568720 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 30.Apr.2026
Location: Bankstown Community Health Centre
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: Based on Classification
Clinical Psychologist: $2,093.71 - $2,551.92 per week
Senior Psychologist: $2,284.57 - $2,475.55 per week
Social Worker Level 3: $2,154.06 - $2,223.86 per week
Occupational Therapist Level 3: $2,154.06 - $2,223.86 per week
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2: $2,170.29 - $2,241.59 per week
Requisition ID: REQ568720
Application Close Date: 27/04/2025
Interview Date Range: 30/04/2025 – 07/05/2025
Contact Details: Livia Rubiolini – 0447 450 738 | Livia.rubiolini@health.nsw.gov.au
About You
- Are you looking to make the move into NSW Health?
- We are looking for talented clinicians who want to join our team! Prior experience in relevant roles from the private sector can be reviewed towards commencing salary level (subject to approval).
- Temporary contract opportunities also open for visa holders; are you seeking work in community mental health but don’t have your permanent residency as yet?
About The Opportunity
We are excited to be recruiting Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Level 3, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 to become part of a team of professionals that support people living within the community with mental health issues.
What We can Offer You:
- An opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment where initiative and hard work are recognised
- Further education and development to support your growth as a clinician through our Foundations of Community Mental Health program
- Access to an additional day off (ADO) for full time employees, as well as other benefits such as salary packaging, novated leasing and Fitness Passport
- Opportunity to progress and develop into senior clinical positions, as well as team leader positions
- A conveniently located office in the heart of Bankstown CBD (not the hospital), a short walk away from public transport and free public parking
We have a current opportunity in the Assertive Outreach Team in Bankstown
The Assertive Outreach Team provide recovery oriented and strengths focused intervention to individuals suffering from severe and persistent mental illness.
The team works on a 7 day rotating roster utilizing a Flexible Assertive Community Treatment model for consumers and carers.
This position is suited to clinicians who enjoy working within a supportive environment, are willing to learn and who are seeking full time shift work across the following hours: 8.30am – 5pm, 10am – 6.30pm and 2pm – 10.30pm.
You will be based at Bankstown, however future opportunities may also present at Liverpool, Ingleburn, Campbelltown, Ambarvale, Fairfield, Bowral and Wollondilly based mental health services.
The CMH Team are committed to providing a supportive environment where staff are empowered to achieve their full potential.
What You'll be Doing
As a senior clinician provide leadership, mentorship and supervision, to ensure the delivery of evidence-based, strengths focused, recovery orientated assessment and treatment within a multi-disciplinary team. Carry a clinical caseload, appropriate to the needs of the service.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Relevant qualification/ registration in one of the disciplines, as noted in the essential criteria (please refer to the position description)
- Demonstrated experience providing advanced evidence based, strengths focused, recovery orientated assessment and treatment for consumers of the mental health service.
- Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and practice of consumer’s families and natural supports participating within the treatment process, as appropriate and in accordance with the NSW Mental Health Act 2007.
- Demonstrated skills in clinical leadership and clinical supervision within a multi-disciplinary treatment setting.
- Effective interpersonal skills, problem solving skills and personal resilience.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and competence in the use of information technology systems.
- Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
- Ability to work independently and in consultation with the multidisciplinary team.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
