Social Worker/Counsellor

7 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Zenith Search Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, Counsellor or MH Occupational Therapist
  • Accommodation provided for some positions or at a small cost per week + relocation
  • NSW Health and Not-For-Profit positions available

Mental Health Clinicians

Location: Regional NSW (relocation support available)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 base + super | accommodation to some roles

NSW Health

Regional Not-For-Profit

Deliver outreach and in-clinic services

About the Organisation

Various public and NFP organisation. Their multidisciplinary teams deliver comprehensive community and clinical support services to some of the most vulnerable and resilient communities across regional New South Wales.

With a strong focus on integrity, collaboration, and improving mental health outcomes, this organisation is a leader in suicide prevention, youth mental health care, and holistic community wellbeing.

The Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Clinicians, Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, Counsellor or Mental Health Occupational Therapists

to work across Community Mental Health Settings You will deliver outreach and in-clinic services for children, adolescents and adults experiencing mental health challenges. You'll also provide aftercare support, suicide prevention interventions and family engagement in a culturally safe and community-centred way.

Key responsibilities include:

* Provide culturally appropriate assessments, interventions, and therapeutic support to children, youth, and families

* Deliver suicide prevention and aftercare services under a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented model

* Collaborate with local health teams, community groups, schools, NGOs, police, and primary care providers

* Provide consultation, training, and support to stakeholders on child and youth mental health

* Participate in case planning, care reviews, clinical outreach and crisis response services

* Maintain accurate records, complete reports and adhere to program KPIs

* Deliver education and community engagement activities focused on early intervention and prevention

What We're Looking For

You'll be passionate about child and youth mental health and have experience working in a clinical and/or community setting.

To be successful, you will ideally have:

* Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Counsellor or mental health Occupational Therapist

* Registration with AHPRA or eligibility for membership for AASW or ACA with a relevant professional body

* Experience in mental health or suicide prevention, ideally with children, young people and families

* Strong understanding of the NSW Mental Health Act and Children & Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act

* Excellent communication, organisational, and computer skills

* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team

* A current unrestricted NSW driver's licence

* Willingness to travel within the region

Desirable:

* Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants strongly encouraged to apply

* Mental Health First Aid and/or additional suicide prevention training

* Knowledge of community-led healthcare and regional Aboriginal communities

What's On Offer

Base salary + superannuation + relocation

* Own or shared accommodation

* Career pathways and paid training/development

* Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment

* Make a real impact on children, families and communities

* Opportunity to work across clinical, outreach and prevention programs

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact our Jody Inman on or email your updated resume to

Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we'll be in touch to discuss your suitability.

Please note: Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted for further discussion.

About Zenith Search

Established in 2011, Zenith Search is a leading specialist recruitment firm trusted by Australia's top health and community service providers. We pride ourselves on ethical practices, strong partnerships, and finding the right fit for every role.

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