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Youth Engagement Specialist - Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie

NSW Health -
Hunter Valley NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,452 - $147,952 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Gym membership
Maternity leave
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Nursing
Working with children
Bachelor's degree
Social Work
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Help shape brighter futures by engaging, supporting, and empowering young people.

Employment Type: Various
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Grade 3, Dietitian Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $80,452 - $147,952 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ673025
Location: Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie
Applications Close: Sunday, 19th July 2026

Where you'll be working
Join our CAMHS Youth Transition Service, located in the local Adult Mental Health Service and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people as they transition from Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) to adult mental health services.
There are two positions on offer, with one working across the Hunter Valley and Manning regions, and the other across the Lake Macquarie region. In the position you will play a vital role in supporting young people to remain engaged with mental health services during this important transition. You will provide care coordination, consultation and clinical support, working collaboratively with young people, their families and carers, Adult Mental Health Services, CAMHS, government agencies and community partners to ensure coordinated, recovery-oriented care.

The Opportunity
Your day-to-day work will include managing referrals, participating in multidisciplinary and interagency meetings, providing consultation to clinicians, and delivering short-term transition support and care coordination. You will report to the CAMHS Manager of Special Programs and the local Adult Mental Health Service Manager and be well supported by the Youth Engagement Specialist Mental Health team and experienced clinicians within Adult Mental Health Services.

This position is suited to an experienced clinician with a sound understanding of both child, adolescent and adult mental health services. You will have demonstrated experience working with young people, families and carers, and a strong understanding of the impact of mental health concerns on young people. You will be confident working autonomously while also thriving as part of a multidisciplinary team, with excellent communication, collaboration and care coordination skills. In return, you'll join a supportive and collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. You'll have opportunities to share your knowledge and expertise, work across a broad network of services, and continue your professional development while helping improve outcomes for young people during a critical stage of their mental health journey.

Requirements

Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Clin Psychology/clin psych in training, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program), Nutrition and Dietetics which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. For a CNS2: relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of a post-graduate qualification.

Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or 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. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

How to apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

Extensive contemporary experience and knowledge of mental health practice, as well as demonstrated understanding of the principles of trauma informed care and its application when working with children/adolescents and families/carers in a mental health context/environment.

Demonstrated understanding and clinical experience in providing timely, community evidence-based assessment and short-term treatment for children and/or adolescents and their families when presenting in with complex needs and in mental health crisis.

Evidence of ability to build and maintain cooperative professional and therapeutic relationships with children/ young people and their parents /guardians and key stakeholders through the application of well developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

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For role related queries or questions contact John Mowatt on [email protected]

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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