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Employment TypeTemporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until June 2026LocationMacarthur Mental Health Centre, CampbelltownPosition ClassificationClinical Psychologist, Nurse Unit Manager Level 2, Occupational Therapist Level 5, Social Worker Level 5RemunerationClinical Psychologist: $2,093.71 - $2,551.92 per weekNurse Unit Manager Level 2: $2,627.59 per weekOccupational Therapist Level 5: $2,504.05 - $2,564.94 per weekSocial Worker Level 5: $2,504.05 - $2,564.94 per weekRequisition IDREQ616400Application Close Date09/11/2025Interview Date Range12/11/2025 19/11/2025Contact DetailsDavid Wilson 0439 791 624 | [email protected] The OpportunitySouth Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is seeking an experienced and passionate mental health professional to lead the Macarthur and Wollondilly Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS) and Safeguards Team.This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within a wellestablished, multidisciplinary service that provides specialist mental health care to children and adolescents (up to 17 years) across the extended Campbelltown and Wollondilly region.As Team Leader, You WillProvide clinical and operational leadership to a dedicated team of mental health professionals.Foster strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including inpatient services such as the Adolescent mental health unit, other MHS teams, and community organisations.Support the professional growth and development of staff through supervision, mentoring, and strategic workforce planning.Contribute to service innovation and continuous improvement in collaboration with the Macarthur/Wingecarribee Community Mental Health Managers.What You''ll Be DoingThe Team Leader is responsible for the leadership, guidance and line management of the Macarthur and Wollondilly ICAMHS and Safeguards Team in collaboration with their manager.They provide supervision, support and clinical expertise within Mental Health services for the delivery of safe, timely, compassionate and highquality, recoveryfocused and personcentred care. They are involved in planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services, identifying opportunities for improvement in clinical practice and service delivery, and leading ongoing quality improvement activities with other staff and teams within the district.Where You''ll Be WorkingSWSLHD Community Mental Health Services provide comprehensive, communitybased mental health care across South Western Sydney. These services cater to children, adolescents, adults and older persons, ensuring specialised care throughout various life stages. The multidisciplinary teams offer mental health assessments, crisis intervention, care coordination and therapy, working closely with inpatient services, GPs and other community organisations to provide holistic care.How To ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the following questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.Relevant qualifications as either: Occupational Therapist registered with AHPRA; Qualified Social Worker eligible for registration with AASW; Full Registration with AHPRA with full endorsement in Clinical Psychology or eligibility to progress to Clinical Psychology endorsement with AHPRA and completion of a recognised postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification; Registered Nurse, currently registered with AHPRA.Describe a time when you led a multidisciplinary mental health team through a complex clinical situation. How did you ensure evidencebased, recoveryoriented, and culturally appropriate care was delivered, and what strategies did you use to monitor performance and outcomes across the team?Explain how you have contributed to clinical governance and quality improvement within a mental health service. How did you engage with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen service delivery, and what outcomes were achieved through these partnerships?Applicants must possess an Australian CClass drivers licence (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a Cclass licence (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW Cclass (P1 or P2 included) licence within three months of appointment. Learners licences are not permitted.Additional InformationSalary Packaging South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.Health & Fitness Employees receive discounted gym membership and corporate wellbeing programmes, including the Fitness Passport.Transforming Your Experience Our vision is that care is always safe, high quality and personalised, and all staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. We uphold the CORE values Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not merely accept differences but honour and support them. We encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQ+ community to apply.SWSLHD is committed to driving a childsafe culture that upholds children and young peoples rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care.Connect with us on X, Facebook and LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr