At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality mental health services and support individuals with complex needs.
- Company: Join a passionate health service team making a real difference in the community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, mentorship, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is valued.
- Why this job: Be a trusted caregiver and positively impact lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration or eligibility, experience in recovery-focused interventions.
The predicted salary is between 74752 - 91364 $ per year.
Join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary, community mental health team. Full-time role available.
Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work every day. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.
Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling. Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employees and leaders alike to reach their professional goals. NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.
Where you'll be working: Royal North Shore Hospital - St Leonards
What you'll be doing: The mental health clinician will deliver a high quality, comprehensive mental health service for adults experiencing serious and enduring mental health difficulties. The role involves managing a defined caseload with a focus on working with individuals who experience a complex range of needs and difficulties. Acting as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, the mental health clinician will provide assessment and evidence based interventions using a collaborative, recovery approach and will be skilled at positive risk management. Working closely in collaboration with carers and families, and liaison with a wide range of agencies is central to the role.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:
- AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or eligibility for membership with AASW.
- Demonstrated ability to support personal recovery and deliver recovery focused, evidence based interventions.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
Mental Health Clinician in St Leonards employer: NSW Health
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises compassion and community service. Located in the vibrant Darlinghurst area, employees benefit from competitive pay, not-for-profit salary packaging, and flexible working arrangements, including two days of remote work each week. With a strong focus on professional growth, staff have access to study leave, scholarships, and wellness programs, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in healthcare.
