Mental Health Professional - Incentives OfferedHunter New England Local Health District – Tamworth NSWIt's a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme!Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Level 1, Occupational Therapist Level 2, Social Worker Level 1, Social Worker Level 2, Registered NurseRemuneration: Dependent on QualificationsHours Per Week: 32Location: ArmidaleRequisition ID: REQ532193Applications Close: Thursday, 21st November 2024About your new job:At Tablelands Mental Health Service, we are dedicated to providing specialised mental health support through our multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to assist individuals and families experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges by offering comprehensive and compassionate care.In your role as a Mental Health Clinician, you will play an integral part in this mission. Based at the Armidale Community Health Centre, you will act as a care coordinator, supporting clients, their families, and carers. Your responsibilities will include ensuring that clinical interventions and service delivery processes are tailored to meet individual needs, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health. This role is pivotal in enhancing the well-being of our community and supporting those on their journey to mental wellness.About you:You bring valuable experience as a Mental Health Clinician, coupled with exceptional skills in assessment, critical thinking, and care planning.Your high-level communication and interpersonal abilities are key to building strong, professional relationships with key stakeholders. These qualities are essential for thriving in this role, enabling you to effectively support and collaborate with clients, their families, and other professionals to deliver outstanding mental health care.Requirements: A comprehensive orientation program designed to ensure a smooth transition into your new position. We provide ongoing supervision and mentorship to support your growth and development. Additionally, we highly encourage and offer numerous professional development opportunities to help you advance your skills and career within our service.Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)Superannuation contributionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersOpportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionalsRural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme:This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following:Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12 monthsRetention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11.5% superannuation. Additional information: An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.Need more information?For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Rose on ******.Information for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq.Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr