Court Liaison Officer

7 days ago

Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network Full time $131,000 - $134,500 per year

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 2

Remuneration: $131, $134,500.7 p.a plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ603381

Applications Close: Tuesday 23 September 2025 at 11:59pm AEST

Position Title: Court Liaison Officer - (CNC2, OT4, SW4, Clinical Psychologist) –Tamworth Local Court, Justice Health - PFT

If you are passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (JHFMHN). We are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most

Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

We are a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

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The Role

To assist the Local Court Magistrate with the diversion of defendants who have or are suspected of having a mental illness, mental disorder or a cognitive impairment from the Criminal Justice System (Court and Correctional Centres) into the community

Essential criteria:

  • Must hold a relevant post graduate qualification in mental health.
  • Must hold a current NSW Drivers Licence.

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2:

  • Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.
  • Current full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • Five years full time equivalent post registration clinical experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent in an acute mental health setting.

Occupational Therapist Level 4:

  • Must hold qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
  • Must hold general registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
  • Five years full time equivalent post registration clinical experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent in an acute mental health setting.

Social Worker Level 4:

  • Minimum Bachelor's degree in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
  • Five years full time equivalent post registration clinical experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent in an acute mental health setting.

Clinical Psychologist:

  • Four year degree in psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in psychology; or a qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
  • Hold general registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • Five years full time equivalent post registration clinical experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent in an acute mental health setting.

Our Service and Team

Statewide Community and Court Liaison Service (SCCLS) delivered by Justice Health NSW offers mental health support in Local Courts across NSW. This service conducts thorough evaluations and, when suitable, offers suggestions to magistrates for diverting individuals away from custody and into suitable treatment options.

The SCCLS is currently expanding to include 58 local courts in rural, regional, and metro locations.

For more information, please see link Justice Health NSW locations | NSW Government

Salary and Benefits

Your annual salary plus superannuation is just the beginning. You will also have access to a number of benefits:

  • Additional allowances and salary packaging options.
  • Fitness Passport (if eligible).
  • Genuine career progression and skill-set development.
  • Support from an enthusiastic and invested team of managers and colleagues.

Diversity and Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.

  • This is also a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

READY TO APPLY?

The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:

  1. Five years clinical experience, including three years in an acute mental health setting with post graduate qualifications in mental health.

  2. Proven advanced mental health assessment, risk assessment and diagnostic interviews skills and a working knowledge of the NSW Mental Health Legislation.

  3. Proven clinical leadership skills including highly developed negotiation, problem solving skills and advanced written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Need more information?

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2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Dale Owens on

Applications Close: Tuesday 23 September 2025 at 11:59pm AEST

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