Mental Health Professional (Occupational Therapist / Social Worker Lvl 1-2, Registered Nurse, Psy[...]

Employment Details

Employment Type : Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Location : Liverpool Hospital Mental Health Service

Position Classification : Occupational Therapist Level 1-2, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1-2

Remuneration : Based on Classification

Occupational Therapist Level 1-2 : $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum

Psychologist : $80,452.00 - $117,755.00 per annum

Registered Nurse : $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 per annum

Social Worker Level 1-2 : $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum

Requisition ID : REQ620553

Application Close Date : 23 / 11 / 2025

Interview Date Range : 26 / 11 / 2025 -03 / 12 / 2025

Contact Details : Jennifer Markham – 0459 865 134 | Jennifer.Markham@health.nsw.gov.au

About the Opportunity

Are you a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker or Psychologist :

• That is experienced, patient and empathetic?
• Enjoys working within a multidisciplinary team?
• Is passionate about providing safe high quality care to older people?

The Older People’s Mental Health (OPMH) Community Teams are a significant component of mental health services in SWSLHD. You will be working in the community with older adults experiencing mental health issues who may be living in their own homes, with family, or in RACF. You will be providing recovery-oriented, person-centred biopsychosocial care planning and interventions reflected in all aspects of your practice and service delivery. You will have previous experience working with older adults in a health or community setting, including experience of assessment, care planning and interventions which are appropriate for and effective with older adults experiencing mental ill health. Previous experience in a care coordination role will be of benefit.

Being a pool clinician is unique! You will be filling a vacancy in the team listed; as other vacancies arise throughout our service you may be required to transfer into another position and share your skills within our service!

You will be based at Liverpool, however future opportunities may also present at Ingleburn, Campbelltown, Ambarvale, Bansktown, Fairfield and Wollondilly based mental health services.

The CMH Team are committed to providing a supportive environment where staff are empowered to achieve their full potential.

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we look forward to seeing your application.

What You'll Be Doing

The Mental Health Professional is responsible for providing evidence-based, strengths focused, recovery oriented assessment and treatment within a multi-disciplinary team and coordinating consumers’ recovery plans. The role is also responsible for non-clinical tasks including participation in quality improvement activities, clinical supervision and participation in administrative responsibilities as required.

Where You'll Be Working

SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services provide comprehensive, community-based mental health care across South Western Sydney.

These services cater to different age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older persons, ensuring specialised care throughout various life stages. The multidisciplinary teams offer a range of supports, including mental health assessments, crisis intervention, care coordination, and therapy. They work closely with inpatient services, GPs, and other community organisations to provide holistic care.

The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View the application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

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Additional Information

Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership / Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Permanent Appointment Eligibility

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

Equal Opportunity

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and people from the L G B T Q I + community to apply.

Child Safe Culture

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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