Achieve Something Great
Be part of a transformative, district-wide initiative dedicated to reducing suicide and strengthening support for individuals, families, and communities across South Western Sydney.
The Towards Zero Suicides (TZS) Service offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful, life-changing work, delivering compassionate, evidence-based care grounded in recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice. In this role, you’ll make a tangible difference by supporting people at some of their most vulnerable moments, while helping shape a more connected and responsive mental health system.
Working within a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll be empowered to bring your expertise, initiative, and passion for mental health to a collaborative environment that truly values innovation and clinical excellence.
This position involves evening and weekend shifts, typically Friday to Monday (11:30am – 8:00pm), with an additional shift on Thursday (8:30am – 5:00pm). Applicable penalty rates apply.
You’ll also benefit from a strong commitment to your professional growth, including access to the Foundations of Community Mental Health program, along with a range of employee benefits such as salary packaging, novated leasing, and Fitness Passport. This is your opportunity to be part of a progressive, state-wide reform agenda focused on improving mental health outcomes across NSW.
As a pool clinician, you’ll begin by supporting one of our teams to fill a current vacancy. As new opportunities arise across our mental health services, you may be offered the chance to transition to other teams—providing you with valuable experience and exposure across the diverse services within SWSLHD Community Mental Health. Future roles may become available at Ingleburn, Bankstown, Campbelltown, Ambarvale, Liverpool, Fairfield, and Wollondilly.
Are You the Right Fit?
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You are a compassionate, motivated, and skilled mental health professional who is deeply committed to recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care.
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You bring experience in comprehensive assessment, collaborative care planning, and delivery of evidence-based interventions, alongside demonstrated experience in community outreach and engagement, supporting individuals in both clinical and community settings.
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You thrive in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing positively to team culture while maintaining a high standard of clinical practice.
Your ability to build strong, trusting relationships with consumers, families, and stakeholders underpins your work. You are confident in coordinating care and managing complex presentations, with a sound understanding of mental health legislation, including the NSW Mental Health Act (200- , and a commitment to ethical, person-centred practice.
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Highly organised and resilient, you contribute to continuous quality improvement, maintain accurate and timely documentation, and are driven by a genuine desire to make a lasting impact in suicide prevention and mental health care.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
