Mental Health Professional - Child and Adolescent - Incentives Offered
Tamworth, AU
Hunter New England Local Health District
It’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 Time
Location: Glen Innes Community Health Service or Armidale Community Health Service
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Djirruwang Program Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Lvl 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Lvl 3
Remuneration: Dependent on your Qualification
Requisition ID: REQ529404
Applications Close: Wednesday, 20th November 2024
This is an Allied Health Level 3 position. However, if there are no appropriate Level 3 applicants, applications from Level 1 and 2 will be considered.
About the Role:
Step into a fulfilling career with the Tablelands Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) as a Mental Health Professional. In this role, you’ll be essential in delivering comprehensive assessment and care coordination for children, adolescents, and their families grappling with mental health challenges.
Your development and support: In this role, you'll benefit from ongoing clinical supervision and mentorship provided by the CAMHS Clinical Leader and Tablelands Mental Health Team Manager. We are committed to nurturing your professional growth with tailored training and educational opportunities.
Where you'll be working:
You’ll be based at either the Glen Innes or Armidale Community Health Centre, seamlessly integrating into our service delivery framework and ensuring accessibility for those we serve.
About you:
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Your expertise in providing high-quality, person-centred care to young people aged 0-18 years will be key. You’ll excel in mental health assessments, deliver brief interventions, and connect young people and their carers to essential support services for managing severe and complex mental health issues.
Why choose us:
* Professional Collaboration: Work alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive team environment.
* Career Growth: Access ongoing development opportunities and mentorship from seasoned leaders.
* Impactful Work: Make a significant difference in the lives of young people and their families within the vibrant communities of Armidale and Glen Innes.
What we can offer you:
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Rural 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-months
* Retention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually
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.
* 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 Elizabeth Kemp on @health.nsw.gov.au
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