• Clerk Grade 9/10
• Temporary Full-Time up to 2 years
• Parramatta area

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

What we are looking for

The person we are looking for will possess strong organisational and time management skills in order to work autonomously to balance competing demands. You will need to be engaging and adept at building professional and respectful relationships, based on trust, empathy and demonstrating credibility in your advice to employees experiencing distress. You will need to assist supervisors who seek support for managing employee mental health issues. You will have the experience and ability to deliver mental health education programs and contribute positively to a team.

About the role

The NSWPF has created a new role and position to support the mental health of police employees working in Mount Druitt, Nepean and the Blue Mountains. The Field/Specialist Mental Health Clinicians role is to enhance employee wellbeing and manage the risk of psychological harm through the provision of mental health and organisational consultancy and counselling services to employees, supervisors and managers. The role provides support in the implementation of relevant policies and procedures; the facilitation and delivery of training programs and proactive and preventative interventions including advice to Commanders of the effectiveness of their Regions implementation of programs and systems to manage psychological risks.

The position requires travel within the broader North West Metropolitan Region including Nepean, Mt Druitt and Blue Mountains. 

Applicants must hold a current driver’s licence with no traffic offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months or NSW Police Force Bronze Certification.

For more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities and capabilities required for the role), click here to view the role description.

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) – you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

The successful candidate will thrive on working in a high volume environment and have the ability to manage difficult and complex inquiries in a professional manner with sensitivity and discretion. Sound communication and interpersonal skills are essential in this role. Using your relevant experience, outline how you meet the requirements for the role.

Target Question 2:

Provide an example, relevant to this role as described in the role description, of the assessment tools you have used in the past to ensure you had a clear understanding of a clients psychological functioning in order to deliver a written report. 

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. 

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Pamela Freeland via 0409 396 826.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: 

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

All NSW Police Force employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid medical contraindication certificate that can be accommodated in the workplace. You are required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status (including medical contraindication) as part of your application for consideration by NSWPF.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact HR Diversity Team on 0429 275 709 or by email at [email protected].

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected].

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER 2022 at 11:59pm