Mental Health Clinician

2 days ago


Inverell NSW, Australia Hunter New England Health Full time $77,358 - $133,156 per year

Join a supportive team where your growth is nurtured, your expertise is valued, and your impact on older people's mental health truly matters.

Remuneration: $77,358 - $133,156 per annum + super + salary packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Counsellor Level 3, Dietitian Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3

Location: Negotiable (Inverell or Moree preferred)

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ609921

Applications Close: Thursday, 9th October 2025

Where you'll be working:

The New England North West Mental Health Service is seeking a passionate and dedicated Mental Health Clinician to join our Older People's Mental Health Community team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people across our region.

The role provides services to communities in the North West, including Narrabri, Moree, Inverell, and surrounding smaller centres. The primary base location is negotiable, with a strong preference for Moree or Inverell. You'll work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Nurses, Psychiatrists, and Peer Workers, delivering collaborative, person-centred care.

About the role:

In this role, you will provide high-quality, consumer-focused and evidence-based mental health assessment, formulation, and treatment to improve outcomes for older people and their families/carers. The position also involves offering supervision, consultation, and clinical leadership within the team.

Working as part of the Specialist Older Persons Mental Health Service, you will deliver community-based interventions and consultations for older people experiencing, or at risk of developing, mental health problems. The role focuses on implementing the Older People's Mental Health Community Model of Care, providing comprehensive assessment, intervention, case management, and care coordination.

You will contribute discipline-specific expertise, recommendations, and observations to support collaborative decision-making and strengthen multidisciplinary partnerships across both health and community sectors. This service also extends to providing consultation and intervention for residents and staff in Residential Aged Care Facilities.

The successful applicant will be well supported through regular clinical supervision, guidance from their Line Manager and Professional Leads, and access to ongoing professional development and education. At NENW MHS, we value and actively encourage commitment to continuing professional development, offering regular internal in-service programs. You will also be connected with the wider HNE MHS Older People's Mental Health Service, providing opportunities for professional and specialist support.

About you:

If you're someone who thrives on collaboration and building meaningful connections, this role is for you. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills will help you work in genuine partnership with consumers, carers, GPs, and a range of support services to achieve the best outcomes for older people in our community.

Requirements:

  • Recognised and accredited tertiary qualification and registration (or eligibility for) with the relevant board via AHPRA, or eligibility for membership of the relevant association, in one of the following disciplines: social work, psychology, occupational therapy or nursing.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

  • 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)
  • Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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

Additional information:

  • An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
  • This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
  • We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

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Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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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.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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