Mental Health Professional

2 days ago

Newcastle, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

**_Be the First Point of Support: Help Transform Mental Health Triage_**

**Remuneration**: $72,152.53 - $133,156 Per Annum + Super
**Location**:James Fletcher Hospital
**Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time
**Position Classification**: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Lvl 3, Occupational Therapist Lvl 3, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Lvl 3
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Requisition ID**: REQ557701
**Applications Close**: 20/03/2025
**Where you’ll be working**

Join our Mental Health Intake Services Team, based at the Thwaites Building within James Fletcher Hospital. As part of this collaborative and supportive environment, you’ll work alongside skilled clinicians who are committed to making a real difference in mental health care. We take pride in fostering a strong learning culture, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

**About the role**

In this crucial role, you will be the first point of contact for individuals experiencing mental health concerns, their families, and carers. You will:

- Conduct mental health triage and assessments, ensuring smooth and efficient care coordination.
- Provide telehealth assessments for rural emergency departments through the Northern Mental Health Emergency Care - Rural Access Program (NMHEC - RAP).
- Process and respond to incoming mental health referrals across Hunter New England Mental Health.
- To set you up for success, we offer comprehensive orientation and ongoing training, equipping you with the skills to thrive in this role.

**About you**

We’re looking for a mental health professional who:

- Has strong skills in mental health assessment and triage.
- Can effectively manage competing demands and prioritise workload.
- Works well in a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for consumers and their families/carers.
- Is passionate about delivering accessible mental health care, particularly in rural and remote settings.

**What we can offer you**

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by meaningful work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.

BAM

**Need more information?**

**Additional Information**:
**This is a Category A position**. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with**NSW Health policy directive **PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases** for Category A positions prior to offer.**All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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