Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, until 2nd May 2027
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ663963
Applications Close: Thursday, 25th June 2026 at 11:59pm
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Do you thrive in a role where you can empower people on their recovery journey and make a meaningful difference in your community? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated Specialist Rehabilitation Clinician to join our Non-Acute Community Mental Health team.
About the Opportunity
As a Specialist Rehabilitation Clinician, you will play a key role in supporting people living with chronic and complex mental health conditions to achieve their personal recovery goals and improve their quality of life. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist rehabilitation assessment, intervention, and consultation services that promote independence, social inclusion, and community participation.
This position is an integral part of the Specialist Rehabilitation Service (SRS), which delivers recovery-oriented, person-centred, family-inclusive, and trauma-informed care. In this role you will:
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Conduct specialist rehabilitation assessments and develop comprehensive, goal-focused care plans tailored to individual recovery needs.
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Deliver evidence-based rehabilitation interventions that support living skills, role development, community integration, and meaningful participation in daily life.
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Provide clinical consultation and support to consumers, families, carers, and treating teams to implement rehabilitation strategies and enhance recovery outcomes.
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Collaborate with community services, healthcare providers, and key stakeholders to ensure coordinated, integrated, and consumer-centred care.
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Facilitate individual and group-based rehabilitation programs and contribute to service development, education, and recovery-oriented practice across the Mental Health Service.
This position has been graded for the following:
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Psychologist
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Senior Psychologist
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Social Worker Level 3
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Occupational Therapist Level 3
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Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
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Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist, or eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), as well as a current Australian Driver's Licence.
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Extensive clinical experience and specialist knowledge in mental health rehabilitation, recovery-oriented practice, and psychosocial interventions.
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Demonstrated experience conducting comprehensive assessments and developing rehabilitation programs that support consumer goals, independence, and social inclusion.
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Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and information technology skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with consumers, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.
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Experience working collaboratively with health services, community organisations, and key stakeholders to deliver integrated care.
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Excellent time management, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across diverse clinical settings.
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A commitment to recovery-focused, person-centred care and a passion for supporting individuals to achieve meaningful and sustainable outcomes.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
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Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
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Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
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Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the
Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at
[email protected] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
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Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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