At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality mental health support and lead a team of clinicians.
- Company: Join Uniting, a community-focused organisation dedicated to social justice and mental health.
- Benefits: Enjoy tax-free salary packaging, extra leave days, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Work across multiple sites with a supportive and diverse team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your career in mental health.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Mental Health and at least 3 years of clinical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 50.52 - 50.52 $ per hour.
Uniting is looking for an experienced Senior Clinician to join our LikeMind team and provide high-quality, recovery-oriented mental health support.
Location: Merrylands, Blacktown, Castle Hill and Parramatta (minimum of 2 sites)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working days: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Salary: HPA Level 3 $50.52 per hour - $55.84 per hour + Super + generous salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
Work Locations: The role is co-located with Local Health District teams, with office space available at Community Mental Health Centres in Merrylands, Blacktown, Castle Hill and Parramatta. Depending on service needs, clinicians will work across a minimum of two sites, with scheduled days at consistent locations to provide a regular and ongoing work pattern.
About the Program: LikeMind is a community-based mental health service providing collaborative, recovery-oriented and wrap-around support to people experiencing mental health concerns, as well as their families and carers. In 2025, LikeMind transitioned to an amended service delivery model with a closer partnership with NBMLHD and WSLHD. LikeMind Western Sydney accepts referrals only from these Local Health Districts.
Role Overview: As a Senior Clinician, you will provide comprehensive mental health assessments, risk assessments, case formulation, treatment planning, triage and evidence-based interventions, while supporting L1 and L2 clinicians through clinical supervision, mentoring and consultation.
- Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, case formulations and initial treatment planning.
- Review comprehensive mental health assessments for clients referred to access-focused psychological supports.
- Provide mentorship, clinical supervision and consultation to L1 and L2 clinicians within a multidisciplinary team.
- Work collaboratively with consumers, their families/significant others and service systems to deliver recovery-oriented support.
- Participate in triage and intake of referrals, assessing presenting concerns, identifying risks, reviewing supports and negotiating appropriate care plans.
The role is central to improving outcomes in mental and physical health while promoting opportunities for education and employment.
Qualifications: Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy (or equivalent). Provisional or full registration with AHPRA or an appropriate professional body.
Experience: Post-qualifying, minimum of full time 3 years' clinical experience in a mental health field preferably working with adult consumers. Proven experience in providing primary mental health interventions, assessments, evidence-based treatment and case management. Substantial experience in acute mental health, including bio-psycho-social assessments, crisis intervention and short-term psychosocial treatment. Demonstrated clinical leadership including supervision, staff orientation and mentoring; education, training, and provision of support to students on field placements. Contribution to multidisciplinary recovery-focused care planning and clinical case review presentations as required. Experience in service representation at relevant interservice clinical discussions or meetings. Current Australian Driver Licence.
Benefits & Culture:
- Tax-free salary packaging entitlements of up to $18,550 per year.
- 4 Me Days - extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge and focus on what matters most.
- 4 CPD Days per calendar year.
- Ongoing training and development, including cultural awareness training.
- Career progression and development opportunities within a large organisation.
- U Rewards and Fitness Passport.
Applications close: 11:55pm Tuesday 10th November 2026; We'll be reviewing applications and interviewing throughout the advertising period.
About Uniting: Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Empowered by diversity. At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
Senior Clinician in Sydney employer: Uniting
Uniting is an exceptional employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid work model that allows you to thrive both at home and in our vibrant Melbourne office. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development within a supportive and inclusive culture, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful social change in the AOD, Wellbeing & Homelessness Services sector.
