Remuneration: $67, 357- $121,151 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging up to $11.6k 
Location: James Fletcher Hospital, Newcastle
Employment Type: Multiple Permanent Full Time & Part Time opportunities available
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist up to Level 3, Social Worker Level up to Level 3, Psychologist and Registered Nurse up to Level 8.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ419916 
Closing Date: Sunday 6th August 
Please note: We will be reviewing and interviewing before the closing date 

Mental Health Professional

Interested in employing your mental health skills to impact the health of the wider NSW community? This role is for you!

About the Service:

This role sits within the Intake Services team which encompasses three areas of service delivery that you will work across:

• The Mental Health Line (MHL) is NSW Health’s 24/7 state-wide phone service providing mental health advice, brief assessments, appropriate care recommendations, specialist triage and referral services to individuals and their families. Health professionals who are seeking advice on service options and the best options for their patients may also contact the MHL.
• The Northern Mental Health Emergency Care – Rural Access Program (NMHEC-RAP) provides coverage to three Local Health Districts across NSW. The focus is on providing mental health expertise via telehealth to remote Emergency Departments where local Mental Health specialists are not readily available. NMHEC-RAP supplements the existing services in those local areas to ensure timely and appropriate access to mental health care.
• Mental Health First Responder (MHFR) is a service whereby Police and Ambulance personnel can seek to have a person triaged via MyVirtualCare (telehealth) in the person’s home to determine whether or not they should be transported to the emergency department for further assessment of their mental health.

About the job:

• This role requires you to work a 24/7 rotating roster including weekends and public holidays. Wherever possible we work with you to ensure you have your ideal work-life balance!
• Telephone triage requires you to possess strong acute mental health skills and experience to make on-the-spot complex decisions regarding risk management. 
• This role requires no face-to-face work, case management, follow-ups or counselling however you will be required to conduct mental health assessments through Telehealth where patients and their families rely on you to find the best care in the long run. 

Where you’ll be working:

• This role is strictly based in the office at James Fletcher Hospital, which is located in the heart of the Newcastle CBD. 
• The team is extremely supportive and multi-disciplinary, providing you with the opportunity to work collaboratively to expand your skills and find the best care for your patients.
• Newcastle is Australia’s 7th largest city and only 160kms north of Sydney. 
• Located at the heart of the Hunter Region, Newcastle is bordered by a stunning coastline of beautiful beaches, restaurants and cafes. 
• Easily accessible by air with several flights departing daily from Newcastle Airport, as well as a range of rail, coach and local transport services available, make getting to and around Newcastle highly accessible.

Benefits:

• Rewarding position supporting the whole of the Hunter New England Local Health District and Northern NSW Local Health District.
• Minimum 4-6 weeks of training, support and orientations
• Working within a collaborative and supportive multi-disciplinary team with support from your respective Heads of Discipline.
• Superannuation contributions 10.5%
• Salary packaging – Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Ongoing training and development for professional development
• Penalty rates for shift work and public holidays
• You will provide cutting-edge clinical care that directly impacts the well-being of your patients.
• Great location, based across the road from Newcastle Beach!
• Parking on campus is available

Essential Requirements:

• Ability to work on a 24/7 roster including nightshifts and weekends.
• Previous experience working within the Mental Health sector (minimum of 12 months)
• Exceptional time management skills and prioritisation skills
• Excellent critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future vacancies.  
• Previous candidates need not re-apply.
• This position is graded as an Occupational Therapist Level 1-3, Social Worker Level 1-3, Psychologist and Registered Nurse. Candidates who have completed a degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health (Djirruwang Program) may be appointed as a Counsellor Level 1-3.

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 Pamela Davis at Pamela.Davis @health.nsw.gov.au