Allied Health Clinician – Got It Team

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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 25/09/2026)

Location: Penrith Mental Health Centre

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ600075

Application Close: 07/09/2025

Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications

Social Worker or Occupational Therapist Level 1/2: $ $57.83 per hour

Psychologist: $ $57.10 per hour

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

NBMLHD Community Mental Health offers a range of specialised services for children, young people, families and older people, through our community-based services and health centres. Our multidisciplinary health professionals and case managers take a collaborative approach to mental health care by linking with their patients to work together and consult within an environment appropriate to the person\'s needs.

Getting on Track In Time (Got It) is a vibrant, school-based early intervention program that makes a real difference in the lives of young children and their families. Focused on nurturing social and emotional wellbeing, the program works hand-in-hand with children, parents, carers, and school staff to prevent behavioural challenges before they escalate. It empowers parents with practical skills, strengthens the support systems within schools, and fosters a community-wide approach to child development. From engaging learning groups for Kindergarten to Year 2 students, to tailored parenting programs and whole-school education initiatives, every aspect of Got It is designed to meet the unique needs of each school community.

As part of a passionate multidisciplinary team, this role offers the chance to collaborate with local child and family services and contribute to a program that's as rewarding as it is impactful.

Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees

• Accrued Day Off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Recognised tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social work, Occupational therapy, with current registration with AHPRA (psychology/occupational therapy) or eligibility for membership of AASW.
• Significant post-graduate experience providing assessment and intervention to children and their families presenting with mental health needs using evidence-based approaches.
• Demonstrated understanding of child development, and the effects of trauma on child mental health.
• Experience and skill in developing, delivering and evaluating group programs.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of key stakeholders.
• Availability to run evening groups during school term as required.
• Current Driver\'s License and willingness to use for work purpose travel.

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

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