Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (22.6.26 - 20.6.2
Position Classification: Mental Health Professionals
Remuneration: Please refer to the appropriate NSW Health employment award for your discipline.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ667584
Applications Close: 23rd June 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
We have three great opportunities with one based at each location of Port Macquarie, Kempsey and Coffs Harbour.
Be On the Ground, When It Matters Most
Join the MNCLHD Farmgate Disaster Response Team. We’re looking for skilled mental health clinicians ready to support our communities when they need it most.
✔ Provide acute mental health assessment & short term case management
✔ Work directly with people impacted by disaster
✔ Collaborate with NGOs, GPs, community services & specialist teams
✔ Deliver culturally safe, recovery focused care
If you’re an OT, Social Worker, Psychologist, Counsellor or Registered Nurse with strong crisis and assessment skills, we want to hear from you.
Make a real difference across the Mid North Coast supporting healthy, well and thriving communities.
Apply now.
What you'll be doing
Provide triage, assessment, intervention and response to meet the Mental Health needs of person in the community, the community sector and primary care partners when they encounter mental health problems.
To work collaboratively with other service providers/agencies to promote assertive and timely service delivery for clients in the provision of holistic evidence-based care in accordance to MNCLHD and Ministry of Health policies and directive.
About You
You present as a highly capable and professionally grounded clinician, defined by your strong registration credentials and your commitment to evidence‑based mental health practice. You bring the authority of recognised qualifications—whether through current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia, eligibility for AASW membership as a Social Worker, or a bachelor‑level qualification in counselling or a related mental health field. This foundation positions you as someone who operates with both professional integrity and a clear understanding of contemporary standards of care.
You demonstrate the ability to deliver specialist mental health services with confidence and clinical insight. Crisis assessment, care management, consultation and liaison work are areas in which you show both competence and composure, allowing you to support individuals with complex needs while also contributing meaningfully to broader service systems. Your practice reflects a deep understanding of recovery‑oriented principles, and you consistently approach consumers with respect, collaboration and a belief in their capacity for growth.
You work effectively within multidisciplinary environments, engaging constructively with colleagues, stakeholders and partner services. Your communication—written, verbal and interpersonal—supports clear information sharing and coordinated care. You manage your time and workload with professionalism, ensuring that your practice remains organised, responsive and aligned with service expectations.
Your clinical knowledge is complemented by strong assessment and intervention skills. You are adept at working with people experiencing complex mental health challenges, drawing on evidence‑based approaches to guide your decision‑making and therapeutic engagement. You bring a thoughtful, informed and person‑centred perspective to every interaction, making you a valuable contributor to any mental health service.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
