Mental Health Clinician

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Location: Penrith Community Health Centre Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ612741 Application Close: 28/10/2025 Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications Registered Nurse: $72,152.52 - $101,299.47 per annum Social Worker or Occupational Therapist Level 1/2: $73,427.00 - $104,753.00 per annum Psychologist: $77,358.00 - $113,226.00 per annum With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. NBMLHD Community Mental Health offers a range of specialised services for children, young people, families and older people, through our community-based services and health centres. Our multidisciplinary health professionals and case managers take a collaborative approach to mental health care by linking with their patients to work together and consult within an environment appropriate to the person's needs. Are you passionate about delivering transformative mental health care that empowers individuals and strengthens families? This is your opportunity to be part of a progressive team committed to providing comprehensive clinical services that are collaborative, recovery-focused, and grounded in evidence-based practice. At the heart of this role is a dedication to supporting people with mental illness in a way that is least intrusive, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of nominated carers and families. You’ll play a vital role in fostering self-advocacy, building resilience, and enhancing each person’s capacity for independent living through rehabilitative and empowering interventions. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in mental health care and help shape a future of hope and recovery, apply now and be part of something truly life changing. Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees Accrued Day Off (ADO)Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary PackagingNovated LeasingGreat education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each yearAccess to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersFitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards. For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here. What You Will Bring To The Role Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing and including eligibility for membership of relevant professional body &/or full registration (if applicable) with AHPRA.Demonstrated skills in mental health and discipline specific assessments and interventions and experience working with people with mental illness.Demonstrated ability to collaborate meaningfully with consumers and carers with a commitment and understanding of recovery principles in mental health service provision.Demonstrated working knowledge of NSW Mental Health Act, 2007 and Mental Health Amendment (Statutory Review) Act 2014.Demonstrated excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and good interpersonal skills.Computer competence and literacy.Current Driver's License and willingness to use for work purpose travel. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Darryn Egan on Darryn.Egan@health.nsw.gov.au

Location: Parramatta, New South Wales, AU

Posted Date: 11/16/2025