At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver person-centred mental health care in rural communities and support diverse client needs.
- Company: Join Murrumbidgee Local Health District's supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, relocation support, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Flexible employment options available across various locations.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on mental health in regional areas while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and registration in Allied Health required.
The predicted salary is between 57.1 - 57.1 $ per hour.
Are you looking for a new opportunity in a rural setting delivering mental health care in the community? Make a meaningful impact in rural and regional communities by delivering person-centred mental health care that truly improves lives across the Murrumbidgee. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team with access to professional development, strong community connection, and benefits including incentives, relocation support, and salary packaging.
Our benefits:
- Financial: 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- Relocation Assistance
- Considerations 482 Sponsorship considerations
- Incentives – Positions dependent upon location and classification may be eligible for NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme.
Work-Life Balance:
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Health & Wellbeing:
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
- Access to the Welcome Experience
About the roles:
Murrumbidgee Local Health District, Community Mental Health Services are actively recruiting a variety of Allied Health Professional and Nursing roles in Community Mental Health. We are especially seeking candidates who are experienced in delivering comprehensive mental health care to consumers with a variety of mental health concerns.
Details of appointment:
- Employment Type: Full Time, Part Time and Casual vacancies available
- Requisition ID: REQ696839
- Hours Per Week: Hours will be negotiated dependent upon vacancies at each location.
- Renumeration: $74,317.94 - $117,755.00 per annum, pro rata + 17.5% Leave Loading where applicable or $37.03 - $57.10 per hour + Casual loading
The Teams:
The teams are dedicated to delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented mental health care to children, adolescents, older persons, adults, and their families. The team includes professionals from various disciplines such as:
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Occupational Therapy
- Nursing
- Aboriginal Health Workers
- Peer Workers
- Welfare Officers
- Counsellors
Where you could be based:
When applying for this role, please provide a preference on locations. Locations are specified as below:
- Deniliquin
- Griffith
- Wagga Wagga
- Young
After the review of the applications has taken place, the Recruitment Team will contact you to discuss opportunities tailored to you and assist you throughout the recruitment process.
The Roles:
As part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality mental health services you will:
- Ensure the delivery of a comprehensive clinical service through the provision of assessment, case management and individual therapies, including specialised therapies for clients and their families or carers.
- Provide evidence-based assessment and treatment interventions for clients with major and complex mental health problems, including the development and implementation of specialised treatment programs.
- Function as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team, including the provision of support and consultation to other team members as required.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Relevant qualification in line with the Allied Health Professionals state award, with professional registration or eligibility for Membership with governing bodies, i.e. AASW, AHPRA
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Current NSW Working with Children Registration
MLHD 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.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Community Mental Health Clinicians in Deniliquin employer: Murrumbidgee Local Health District
As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment. We prioritise continuous professional development and offer numerous opportunities for growth, ensuring you can advance your skills while contributing to a culture of safety and learning. Located in a vibrant community, our workplace fosters a strong sense of belonging and commitment to quality improvement, making it an ideal place for passionate healthcare professionals.
Contact Details:
Murrumbidgee Local Health District Recruitment Team
