Cclhd - Pathways To Community Living Initiative (Pcli) - Mental Health And Aodclinician

Employment Type:Permanent Full Time
Position Classification:Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration:Depending upon qualifications
Hours Per Week:38
Location:Central Coast
Requisition ID:REQ600409
Applications Close:Sunday 14th September 2025 at 11.59pm
At Central Coast Local Health District, our vision is clear: Trusted care.
Better health for everyone.
ThePathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI)is a specialist team that thrives on collaboration and innovation.
Grounded in person-led, recovery-oriented care, the team is driven by a shared commitment to improving outcomes for people with complex mental health needs.
With strong leadership at both local and statewide levels, we support one another through inclusive communication, a culture of continuous learning, and a passion for meaningful change.
About the Role
The Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI) team is a small, specialist service based at Citigate Mental Health Centre in North Gosford.
The role involves providing expert guidance and support to mental health clinical teams across Central Coast Local Health District, rather than direct case management.
The position supports adults with complex mental illness, with a strong emphasis on recovery-oriented, person-led care.
The PCLI team contributes to improving service culture and reducing hospital length of stay by enhancing community transition planning and system coordination.
This role is suitable for the following:
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Social Worker Level 3
Occupational Therapist Level 3
Psychologist
Senior Psychologist
For more information about this role, please view thePosition Description
About You
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, Psychologist or Occupational Therapist or eligibility for membership with AASW for Social Workers.
Registered Nurse requires a relevant post registration qualification and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of the post graduate qualification
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team and enact team plans in a self-directed manner.
Demonstrated ability to provide expert care and develop and implement new model of care partnerships for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, complex care needs, and alcohol or other drug use.
Current knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Strategic Plan, CCLHD Service Plan, Standards, Circulars and Policy Frameworks which impact on current mental health practice (including PCLI)
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen.
Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
Work-Life Balance– Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
Financial Benefits– Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance
Health & Wellbeing– Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family.
Plus, access discounted private health insurance
Career Growth– Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
For role-related queries, please contact:
Lysandra Moran
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or Simon Hill
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.You're also welcome to reach out to our local Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at or call for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015).
This includes:
Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement.
For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement.
For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines.
However,COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
AnEligibility List (E-List)or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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