Mental Health Clinician, Disaster Recovery - Nnswlhd

Live and work in a place of great beauty, rich and diverse in culture and creativity. Enjoy a lifestyle that allows time and space to learn and grow.Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Snr Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Lvl 5, Social Worker Lvl 5
Remuneration: $105,553 - $128,653 per annum, dependent on qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ477785About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)We are healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond and Clarence Valleys.If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.You care. We care.About the roleWorking as part of a whole of government response to the natural disasters in NSW. Working collaboratively with existing health services, regional hospitals and emergency services agencies in the affected communities. Working within a stepped care framework in collaboration with general practitioners, allied health professionals, schools, public Mental Health services, and private psychologists and psychiatrists. Working closely with the local Primary Health Network to ensure people are able to access the right level of Mental Health care for their individual needs.The objectives of the Disaster Recover Team are to:

• Ensure that disaster affected individuals can access appropriate and timely clinical services to deal with Mental Health needs arising from the disasters.
• Target vulnerable population groups across the region.
• Ensure emergency services staff and volunteers can access appropriate and timely clinical services to deal with Mental Health needs arising from the disasters.

The position is currently funded until June 2027.Join our team and you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay.
• Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing.
• Growth – access to professional and personal development.
• Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

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For role related queries or questions contact Louise Sheehan on Louise.Sheehan@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: 16 April 2024NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit , our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see .You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.#mhaodFollow us on: and