Senior Mental Health Professional (CNS2, Senior Psychologist, SW3, OT3) - COMHET Macarthur - Perm FT
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ547343 Requisition #
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- 18 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Macarthur Mental Health Centre
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration: Dependent on Classification
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2: $113,243.15- $116,963.48 per annum
Occupational Therapist Level 3: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Social Worker Level 3: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Senior Psychologist: $119,206.00 - $129,171.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ546366
Application Close Date: 27/01/2025
Interview Date Range: 29/01/2025 – 05/02/2025
Contact Details: Tracey Mitchell – 0477 742 442 | Tracey.Mitchell1@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
Are you a clinician wanting to take a step into a senior role? Our Community Mental Health Emergency Team is looking for their next Senior Mental Health Professional (CNS2, SW/OT L3, Senior Psychologist)!
This senior clinical role will provide clinical leadership and expertise to staff while assisting the Team Leader in the overall functioning of the team.
Macarthur CoMHET provides Mental Health Assessment and short term acute treatment for people presenting to the Mental Health Service. Macarthur CoMHET works seven days a week, mornings and evenings.
Are you a team player and looking for work on a 7 day rotating roster?
You will work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. We want a clinician who will share their excellent clinical, risk assessment, interpersonal and communication skills.
If this opportunity sounds like a good match to your passion and skills, we look forward to seeing your application!
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 qualifications as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or qualified Social Worker eligible for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Additional requirements apply for classifications Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 and Senior Psychologist: A Senior Psychologist must obtain a minimum of 9 years experience working as a Psychologist. Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working in the clinical area of the employees specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
- 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 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.
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