Aboriginal Health Clinician - Children & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/ 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/ 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1/ 2, Welfare Officer Level 1/ 2

Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $122,465.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Bathurst NSW - Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 13 October 2026 – 11:59pm

Aboriginal Health Clinician – Children & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Bathurst

About the role

This position provides an exciting opportunity for Aboriginal clinicians interested in working in a community mental health team, in particular those interested in working with young people and their families.

The working hours are 8:30-5:00pm M-F with the option of 9 day fortnight when using a flexible roster.

The Bathurst CAMHS team includes clinicians from nursing, social work, psychology, and psychiatry backgrounds, with support from dietetics and other allied health disciplines.

The team prides itself on working collaboratively and together we maintain an excellent workplace culture of support and flexibility, while ensuring a high level of clinical care is provided.

The team meet every morning to review new referrals and plan the day. Clinicians will then see young people and their families, conducting mental health assessments, providing therapy and care planning for improved mental wellbeing.

The successful applicant will work closely with the team leader, clinical leader, and the wider team, as well as the Aboriginal MHDA Workforce. They will be also linked in with a clinical supervisor and professional mentor.

The successful applicant will engage in robust clinical and operational orientation to the role, including the development and implementation of an individualised professional development pathway to develop. This plan will include the core skills required to undertake the role and the persons own developmental interests in the area of CAMHS.

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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Anita Willey on 0436 398 *** or at ************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• This is an identified position in accordance withSection 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visitAnti-Discrimination Act 1977
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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