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SalaryJoin our dedicated and professional Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Team and make a positive change to the health of our community.
To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the .
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse ; Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 ; Social Worker Level 1/2 ; Welfare Officer (incl. Djirruwang Graduate) Level 1/2 ; Psychologist
Remuneration: $67,357.32 - $105,895.00 pa (plus super)
Hours per week: 38
Location: or negotiable for
Mental Health Clinician – Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC)
Bloomfield Hospital
About the role:
Virtual Mental Health in Orange NSW providing mental health consultation and liaison to 47 Health facilities across Western and Far Western NSW.
You will work with a multi-disciplined team of experienced mental clinicians and have opportunities to liaise with a wide spectrum of other Health professionals across Western NSW and provide Mental Health triage and assessment of crisis Emergency Department presentations via audio visual and telephone links.
Our small team is a 24/7 multi-disciplinary service covering 47 emergency department throughout Western and Far Western NSW. In addition to our ED video consultation and liaison work, MHEC provides telephone info and support to GP’s and other stakeholders over a diverse range of cultural and geographic settings.
Our rapidly expanding model of virtual Mental Health Care can provide clinicians with skills that can guide their practice throughout their career in Mental Health Practice. There are kangaroos outside the tea room in a parklike and rural setting. It takes 10 minutes to drive anywhere in Orange.
This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.
About us:
is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.
We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
Some of the include:
- Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
- Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.
- Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
- Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
- Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
- Access to
How to apply:
Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit .
Advertising will be ongoing until filled.
Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly – so apply today!
For role related enquiries, please reach out to Alex Schmich on (02) 6369 2085 or
COVID-19 Response:
All NSW Health workers are required to have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine by 30 November 2021 and three doses by 30 September 2022 or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role
Talent Pool
If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.
