Mental Health Clinician - Youth Engagement Specialist
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ568494 Requisition #
Support young people in crisis and shape transitions to recovery in a vital mental health role.
Remuneration: $109,247 - $133,156 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Hunter Valley Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ568494
Applications Close: Sunday 18/05/2025
Where you'll be working:
Join the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) as part of the Youth Engagement Service (YES), where you’ll work with young people experiencing acute mental health distress. This is a 12-month temporary full-time position embedded within the Hunter Valley Mental Health Team, based in Maitland—a vibrant regional centre surrounded by picturesque wine country, bushland and easy access to Newcastle.
The YES initiative places CAMHS clinicians within adult mental health teams, offering assertive, flexible, and community-based support for young people up to the age of 24. You’ll be joining a skilled, compassionate, and responsive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering person-centred care and improving outcomes for young people and their families.
About the role:
In this impactful role, you will:
- Provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate mental health assessment and treatment
- Deliver short-term, evidence-based interventions to young people in crisis
- Offer specialist advice and consultation to adult mental health colleagues
- Facilitate smooth transitions from CAMHS to adult mental health services
- Collaborate with multiple stakeholders—within health, government, and community-managed agencies—to ensure integrated and responsive care
About you:
You are a senior mental health clinician who is:
- Emotionally intelligent and client-focused
- Passionate about working with young people in acute mental health distress
- Skilled in navigating complex systems and transitions
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and collaborative abilities
- Committed to trauma-informed, culturally competent, and recovery-oriented practice
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, or Nursing
- AHPRA registration or eligibility for membership with a relevant professional body
- Demonstrated experience supporting young people in acute mental health settings
- Willingness and ability to travel within the local region
- Commitment to regular supervision and ongoing professional development
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
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Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
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Proximity to shopping and other services
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Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
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Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
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Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Amy Farrar on [email protected]
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
Hunter New England Health 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.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Amy Farrar on [email protected]
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
Hunter New England Health 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.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
