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Adult Mental Health Clinician


Company : NSW Government


Location : Sydney, New south wales


Created : 2026-05-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Adult Mental Health ClinicianLooking for a clinician role with better work-life balance? Join the vibrant and professional team working with people within Community Mental Health Services.Be part of the vibrant and professional team improving and enriching the health of our communities in millions of ways every dayOur benefits:Family-friendly hoursMentally stimulating workEndless opportunities for professional and personal growthSalary packaging, novated leasing, and Health and Wellbeing SupportRelocation considerations482 Sponsorship considerationsWho we are:The Deniliquin CMHAOD team is the third largest of six CMHAOD teams across Murrumbidgee LHD. The CMHAOD team has approximately 12 multidisciplinary clinicians and a range of support staff, who provide MH AOD services, across the life span from a site in the main street of Deniliquin.We work closely with MyStep and other community organisations to ensure people receive the right care for their needs. At a district level we have access to clinical leaders for MH, AOD and other specialty services such as Aboriginal Mental Health, eating disorders and Perinatal Infant Mental Health.What youll be doing:This clinical position involves the provision of assessments, evidence based treatment and case management services to adults referred to the service with psychological disorders and psychiatric illnesses.This position is based within a multidisciplinary community Mental Health team and accepts responsibility and accountability for the provision of quality and safe care for people with a mental illness, disorder or dysfunction, people with emotional difficulties and experiencing life transition, distress and/or crisis within best practice guidelines and in accordance with professional standards, medico legal and statutory requirements.The position also involves the provision of mental health crisis intervention services to individuals of all ages (when rostered, on-call and/or shift work, as part of a 24 hour 7 day roster).Employment type: Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities availablePosition classification: Registered Nurse, Social Worker 1/2, Counsellor 1/2, PsychologistRemuneration: $74,317.94 $108,943.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)Hours per week: Up to 38 hours per weekRequisition ID: REQ651860Location: DeniliquinAbout YouOur ideal candidate will:Be a confident / conscientious team player whose values align with NSW Health Core values Collaboration, Openness, Respect and EmpowermentHave an in-depth understanding and ability to provide Adult Mental Health services in a curious and empathetic wayDemonstrate a high level of professionalism with ability to work independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary teamHave sound communication skills, both written and verbalBe able to manage and prioritise a diverse workloadHold a relevant Australian qualificationas a Counsellor, Psychologist, Social Worker or Registered NurseMembership with qualification governing body (AHPRA / AASW / PACFA)More information:1) Download theposition description2) Find out more aboutapplyingfor this position.For role related queries or questions contactLaura Hand-Ross, Community Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol Team Manager on 03 5880 2100 or Applications close: 13 May 2026MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Tool