Mental Health Professional

Be part of a passionate team transforming lives—where your mental health expertise truly matters.

Remuneration: $72, $113,226 per annum + super + salary packaging + incentives

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Registered Nurse, Psychologist

Location: Taree Community Health Service

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ615142

Applications Close: Monday, 3rd November 2025

Join a passionate team making a real difference in community mental health.

At Manning Mental Health Service, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team delivering acute outpatient care across the Lower Mid North Coast. We provide timely consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up support to adults and their families, with a strong focus on recovery and continuity of care. Our service plays a key role in helping consumers transition from hospital to home, offering medication monitoring, psychoeducation, relapse prevention, and coordinated support with local services. As part of the Acute Care Team, you'll work across a dynamic 7-day rotating roster—where every day brings meaningful impact.

About you:

We're looking for a passionate and motivated Mental Health Professional who brings both clinical expertise and a collaborative spirit to our team. You'll be someone who values person-centred care and is committed to supporting consumers and their families through their mental health recovery journey. Your ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, combined with strong interpersonal skills and a trauma-informed approach, will be essential in providing high-quality care that's both compassionate and effective.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of contemporary mental health service delivery, including intake, shared care models, and family-inclusive practice. You'll be confident in navigating complex situations, building positive therapeutic relationships, and communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders. In return, you'll be supported by experienced senior leaders, our Manning Service Manager, and a dedicated team who are all committed to professional growth, collaboration, and delivering outstanding care to the community.

You'll be welcomed with a comprehensive Mental Health Service Orientation and ongoing in-service support to help you thrive in your role. We're committed to your professional growth, offering encouragement and opportunities to participate in both in-house and external training relevant to your area of practice.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.

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:

• Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
• 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:

• • Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-
• 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, part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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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.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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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