Specialist Mental Health Clinician

Support parents and infants through complex perinatal mental health challenges in a specialist, supportive, and multidisciplinary team

Remuneration: $ $67.15 per hour (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

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

Location: Tamworth Community Health Service

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ612123

Applications Close: Sunday, 19th October 2025

About Us

The Perinatal Infant Mental Health Service (PIMHS) is a specialist program supporting parents and their infants where there is severe, acute, or complex mental illness, or risk of relapse during the perinatal period. We provide care for those who are pregnant or parenting a child under two years of age.

This role sits within the local Adult Mental Health Team, with leadership and line management provided by the HNELHD CAMHS CCI, Special Programs & Partnerships Manager. The position is based at Dean House, Tamworth, as part of the New England North West Mental Health Service.

About the Role

PIMHS delivers time-limited, intensive perinatal and infant mental health support, including both direct clinical care and specialist consultation. Our work spans a range of complex presentations such as severe depression, anxiety, postpartum psychosis, bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, complex trauma, and personality disorders.

You'll work collaboratively with allocated mental health clinicians and across adult, infant, and child health services to ensure coordinated care for both parent and infant. A key part of this role is building care pathways and linking families with ongoing supports in the community.

As part of our supportive and multidisciplinary team, you'll receive:

• Direct supervision and leadership from the CAMHS CCI Special Programs & Partnerships Manager
• Access to regular clinical supervision
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Guidance from experienced colleagues who value collaboration and shared expertise

About You

We're looking for a passionate and skilled Senior Clinician who is committed to supporting parents and infants experiencing acute mental health challenges. You'll bring strong clinical expertise, emotional intelligence, and a client-centred approach to care. The ability to build positive, therapeutic relationships will be central to your success in optimising outcomes for families.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Clin Psychology/clin psych in training, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program), which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. For CMS2 or CNS2: relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years experience working in the clinical area of a post-graduate qualification.
• 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
• 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-
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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Information for Applicants:

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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.