Clinical Lead, Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Clinical Lead, Child and Adolescent Mental Health - Bega - Incentives Offered Join to apply for the Clinical Lead, Child and Adolescent Mental Health - Bega - Incentives Offered role at Southern NSW Local Health District . Employment Details Employment Type : Temporary Full Time (contract until 30 June 2026) Location : Bega Position Classification : Dependent on qualifications Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close : 7 December 2025 Remuneration Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 2: $68.50 to $69.87 per hour Psychologist: $40.58 - $59.39 per hour Senior Psychologist: $62.53 to $67.75 per hour Clinical Psychologist: $57.30 to $69.84 per hour Senior Clinical Psychologist: $72.98 to $77.16 per hour Occupational Therapist Lvl 4: $63.81 to $65.36 per hour Social Worker Lvl 4: $63.81 to $65.36 per hour Welfare Off Lvl 4: $63.81 to $65.36 per hour About The Service Community Mental Health Clinicians - Making a Real Difference in People’s Lives. At Southern, our Community Mental Health Clinicians provide expert assessment, therapy, and care coordination for individuals navigating mental health challenges – right where they live. You’ll be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team committed to promoting recovery and resilience. Make a real difference – support mental health recovery where people live, work, and thrive. Support for Applicants Applicants may qualify for the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme (RHWIS) Working within SNSWLHD Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Salary packaging options Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport and annual Influenza vaccinations A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle Moving to the area? Visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government What You’ll Be Doing The Clinical Leader provides expert clinical services, governance and support to a multidisciplinary team of mental health clinicians, for children and young people up to 18 years presenting with symptoms of mental illness and/or risk issues. Selection Criteria Tertiary qualifications and current registration with AHPRA for Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers for Social Workers, or Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health for Welfare Officers. Demonstrated high level clinical and consultancy skills and knowledge of assessment and evidence‑based interventions with children, adolescents and their families/carers experiencing high acuity of mental health issues, including post‑graduation experience. For Registered Nurses at least 5 years full‑time equivalent postgraduate experience with postgraduate tertiary nursing qualifications in mental health and at least 3 years full‑time equivalent experience in the specialty field or current enrolment in an approved postgraduate course within the next 12 months. Proven ability to think critically, problem‑solve and make timely, sound clinical decisions while working autonomously. Expertise in clinical leadership and supervision of mental health clinicians from all disciplines, upholding standards of practice. High level knowledge of the legislative framework for working with children and adolescents with mental health problems, including a thorough understanding of the NSW Mental Health Act (2007) and relevant child protection regulations. Current unrestricted driver’s licence and ability to maintain. Willingness to drive/travel as required, including long distances. We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team Information for Applicants Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website provides guidance, resources, and tools for applicants. This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 prior to offer. All new employees must comply with occupational assessment, screening and vaccinations for Category A positions. Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with Child Safe Standards. Southern NSW Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives. For accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact Estelle Roberts at for support. To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen with a current passport. For more information, see Application Links Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position Contact For role related queries or questions contact Nea-Ann Bax at or . Social Media Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. #J-18808-Ljbffr