Mental Health Ambulance Police Program Clinician

Mental Health Ambulance Police Program Clinician Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day and make a difference in the lives of our local community. 116,892.00 - $133,191.02 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | TemporaryFull Time | Illawarra Community Mental Health Service | REQ | Grade: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3 | Applications close: 14 December 2025 The Mental Health Ambulance and Police Project (MHAPP) clinician will provide a highly mobile, recovery‑oriented clinical assessment, consultancy and support to NSW Ambulance and Police managing mental health related cases in the community. They will also lead the trial of virtual assessment for consumers in geographically isolated areas. The MHAPP clinician works with NSW Ambulance and Police to provide mental health triage, primary client assessment and management of complex mental health emergencies and crises at an advanced level. The position holder will possess extensive knowledge of mental health disorders and demonstrated clinical practices to support, treat, coordinate and educate emergency services who work with consumers with complex mental and physical health needs. The position may be based in any of several locations, including Nowra and Oak Flats. The successful candidate is a clinical expert who facilitates excellence in research‑based clinical practice, education, research and professional leadership. They model the CORE (Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment) values of the organisation. A little about us: ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 km², operates seven hospital sites, employs over 8,500 staff and provides community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by. Benefits of working with ISLHD Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full‑time employees) Salary packaging – less tax and more take‑home pay Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre‑taxed salary (eligible full‑time employees) Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now by reading the Position Description, then using our online portal to submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. The following essential requirements must be met: Essential Requirements Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role Working With Children Check (WWCC) Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse/Occupational Therapist) Minimum of five years full‑time equivalent post‑registration experience for nursing candidates, and an approved post‑registration nursing/midwifery qualification relevant to Acute Community Mental Health or other relevant qualifications/experience Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Valid NSW Driver's Licence This is a temporary leave relief position until 31 May 2026 with the possibility of extension. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD 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. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips and important information. Visit the Stepping Up website here; Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role‑related queries or help applying, contact Julia Heffernan at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr