Community Mental Health Professional

*Employment Type:*
Permanent or Temporary Full Time/Part Time, 32-38 hours per week

*Location:*
SWSLHD District Wide, Based at Liverpool Hospital Mental Health Service

*Position Classification:*
Occupational Therapist Level 1-2, Social Work Level 1-2, Registered Nurse, Psychologist

*Remuneration:*
Dependant on Classification

Occupational Therapist Level 1-2: $37.03 – $52.83 per hour

Social Work Level 1-2: $37.03 – $52.83 per hour

Registered Nurse: $ $51.08 per hour

Psychologist: $ $57.10 per hour

*Requisition ID:*
REQ605908

*Application Close Date:*
28/09/2025

*Interview Date Range:*
01/10/2025 – 08/10/2025

*Contact Details:*
Sarah Blume – |

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About The Opportunity
Do you have experience in assessing and providing therapeutic interventions to the acutely unwell mother and working on the Mother-infant attachment/bond?

The Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service (PIMHS) is a dedicated, multidisciplinary team providing specialist mental health support to women experiencing moderate to severe mental health concerns during pregnancy and the first year of their baby's life. Based at Liverpool Community Mental Health, we service the Bankstown, Liverpool, and Fairfield regions.

Our Multidisciplinary team consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social workers, Registered Nurses/Midwives. We are supportive and encouraging of each other and will welcome new colleagues openly.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of our pool You will be filling a vacancy in the PIMHS team; as other vacancies arise throughout our service you may have the opportunity to transfer into another position and share your skills within our service

Future opportunities may also present at Ingleburn, Liverpool, Ambarvale, Bankstown, Fairfield, Bowral and Wollondilly based mental health services.

Temporary visa holders are also encouraged to apply We are offering opportunities with a limited contract period based on the length of your current visa

What You'll Be Doing
The Mental Health Professional is responsible for providing evidence-based, strengths focused, recovery orientated assessment and treatment within a multi-disciplinary team and coordinating consumers' recovery plans. The role is also responsible for non-clinical tasks including participation in quality improvement activities, clinical supervision and participation in administrative responsibilities as required.

*Where You'll Be Working*
SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services provide comprehensive, community-based mental health care across South Western Sydney.

These services cater to different age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older persons, ensuring specialised care throughout various life stages. The multidisciplinary teams offer a range of supports, including mental health assessments, crisis intervention, care coordination, and therapy. They work closely with inpatient services, GPs, and other community organisations to provide holistic care.

The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.

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), or CSU Graduates: Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health).
• Please provide a detailed description of your interest and motivation in applying for this role highlighting your relevant skills & experience in providing assessment and treatment for consumers of the mental health service.
• Using an example, describe a time where you have had to work as part of a team to solve a problem. Outline the communication skills used and how you ensured the problem would not occur again.
• 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

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