Cclhd - Pathways to Community Living Initiative (Pcli) - Mental Health and Aod Clinician

**Employment Type**:Permanent Full Time

**Position Classification**:Health Clinician Level 3

**Remuneration**:Depending upon qualifications

**Hours Per Week**:38

**Location**:Central Coast

**Requisition ID**:REQ5744432

**Applications Close**:**Sunday 27th July 2025 at 11.59pm

**Interview date**: Week of 4th August 2025

Want to be a part of a team that helps adults with severe and persistent mental illness live and participate in their community? The Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI) team at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) works collaboratively to find practical, innovative, quality solutions that are tailored to each person’s needs. This specialised team have a: shared vision, strong leadership (local and Statewide), clear communication pathways, collaborative and inclusive working style, and commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

**About the Role**

The Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI) team is a small, specialist consultation-liaison service based at Citigate Mental Health Centre in North Gosford. This rewarding role supports older adults with complex mental illness providing expert guidance—rather than case management—to clinical teams across CCLHD. We have a strong focus on recovery-oriented, person-led care that supports improved service culture and reduced hospital length of stay.

**This role is suitable for the following**:

- Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
- Social Worker Level 3
- Occupational Therapist Level 3
- Psychologist
- Snr Psychologist

**For more information about this role, please view the**Position Description**

***About You**
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, Psychologist or Occupational Therapist or eligibility for membership with AASW for Social Workers. Registered Nurse requires a relevant post registration qualification and at least 5 years’ experience working in the clinical area of the post graduate qualification
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively both independently and as part of the multidisciplinary health care team
- Demonstrated ability to provide complex care and develop and implement new model of care partnerships for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, complex care needs, and alcohol or other drug use.
- Current knowledge and high-level understanding of Mental Health Strategic Plan, Standards, Circulars and Policy Frameworks which impact on current mental health practice (including PCLI)

**A**pplicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.**

**Benefit**
- **Work-Life Balance** - Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- **Financial Benefits** - Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance
- **Health & Wellbeing** - Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance
- **Career Growth** - Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

**Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health**

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the **Stepping Up** initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

**Additional Information**

An **Eligibility List (E-List)** or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

**Need More Information?**

**For role-related queries, please contact**:
Lysandra Moran

**Phone**: 02 4328 7888 or 0429 850 702

or Simon Hill

**Phone**: 02 4320 2952 or Ph: 0414 193 209

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