Make a real impact in community mental health while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a Monday to Friday role - no shift work required. Flexible employment options available to suit your lifestyle.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ677450
Location: Charlestown Community Health Services
Closing Date: Tuesday 11th August 2026
It’s the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. Imagine building your career in one of New South Wales’ most beautiful regions. The Lake Macquarie area offers a unique lifestyle - combining relaxed lakeside living with convenient access to Newcastle’s vibrant cafés, beaches, and arts scene.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants available at Charlestown and Lake Macquarie
About the Team
Our Community Mental Health Team is a passionate, multidisciplinary group dedicated to delivering meaningful, recovery-focused care. We support individuals and families across the Lake Macquarie region, working collaboratively to promote well-being, resilience, and independence. You’ll join a welcoming and experienced team that values collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and supporting one another through the challenges and rewards of community mental health nursing. We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that is inclusive, supportive, and grounded in respect - where continuous learning and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. teamwork is at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in providing person-centred, trauma-informed care within the community. Working alongside psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and peer workers, you will contribute to holistic care that empowers individuals in their recovery journey. This is an opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and support consumers through some of the most important moments in their recovery - while enjoying the consistency and work-life balance of a Monday to Friday position.
We are currently seeking full time, part time and casual Registered Nurses, offering flexibility to suit your personal and professional commitments.
Your responsibilities will include:
-
Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments
-
Developing and implementing recovery-oriented care plans
-
Providing therapeutic support to consumers and their families
-
Participating in outreach services and care coordination
-
Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team environment
You’ll be supported through regular clinical supervision, ongoing professional development, and a team culture that values growth and excellence in care.
About You
You are a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a strong interest in mental health and a commitment to making a positive impact.
You bring:
-
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
-
Experience or a genuine interest in mental health nursing
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-
A collaborative, adaptable, and empathetic approach
-
A commitment to recovery-oriented and person-centred care
-
Motivation to continue developing your clinical knowledge and skills
What We Can Offer You
-
Monday to Friday role - no shift work, supporting true work-life balance
-
Flexible employment options: full time, part time and casual opportunities
-
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
-
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
-
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
-
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
