CCLHD - Older Person's Mental Health Care Coordinator

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - Contract End Date - 09 October 2026

Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3

Remuneration: Depending upon qualifications

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Suite A2, Ngangga Ngara-Gu Building, 654 Pacific Highway, Kanwal

Requisition ID: REQ605007

Applications Close: Thursday 02 October at 11:59 pm

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks' notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Are you a caring health professional ready to make a real difference for older adults with mental health needs? Central Coast Local Health District is looking for a Health Clinician Level 3 to join our Older Persons Mental Health (OPMH) Team at Wyong. This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified Level 3 clinician or an experienced Level 2 clinician specialising in Older Persons/Mental Health or Aged Care.

About the Role

As an OPMH Care Coordinator, you will work with people over 65 living with moderate to severe mental illness, including those in residential aged care. You'll provide care coordination, case management, recovery-focused interventions, and support for families and carers. Using your advanced clinical reasoning and expertise, you'll conduct mental health assessments, deliver evidence-based treatments, and make referrals in line with best practice standards.

You'll work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, helping older adults and their families navigate complex mental health needs and improve their quality of life.

This role is suitable for the following Grades:

• Social Worker Level 3
• Occupational Therapist Level 3
• Psychologist
• Clinical Psychologist
• Registered Nurse
• Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1

For more information about this role Position Description

About You

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Social Work, Counselling, or Community Welfare) with the required registration or membership and at least three years post-graduate experience in mental health, or a Master's in Clinical Psychology with endorsement.
• Have experience in care coordination for older persons with complex needs.
• Understand the mental health needs of older adults and their families and provide sensitive, person-centred care.
• Can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• 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.
• Great team culture: Friendly, collaborative, and supportive team with strong morale.
• 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.

Need More Information?

Contact: Deborah Bell

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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. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD- or call for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

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.

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