Employment Type: Various
Position Classification: Health Clinician 4 (OT4/SW4/Senior Psych/Clinical Psych)
Remuneration: dependent on classification plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ572416 Applications close: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11:59pm AEST
Position Title: Adolescent Court Liaison Service – Senior Mental Health Clinician (Multidisciplinary) - Tamworth and Moree Justice Health - PFT/PPT (job share option available)
If you are passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (JHFMHN). We are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!
Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.
We are a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career. For more information, please see links below:
About Justice Health NSW | NSW Government
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The Role
This position is an integral part of the Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW) Adolescent Court Liaison Service (ACLS). The main focus of this position will be to provide a specialised mental health court diversion and consultation liaison service to targeted Children's Courts and CAMHS in NSW. The position will work collaboratively with the broader Adolescent Forensic Mental Health Team and external stakeholders such as Youth Justice (YJ), Court users, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and community Drug and Alcohol Services.
Essential Requirements
* Clinical Nurse Consultant: Current unrestricted Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Meets the Domains and Functions of Clinical Nurse Consultant - Grade 2 as per IB2017_002. Practices according to Nursing and Midwifery Board standards and codes.
* Social Worker: Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in social work, with membership or eligibility for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
* Occupational Therapist: Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in occupational therapy and general registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia under Ahpra.
* Psychologist: Minimum of a four-year accredited undergraduate study in psychology and general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. Highly desirable to be approved or eligible for approval as a Psychology Board of Australia Supervisor.
* Clinical Psychologist: Six-year accredited master's degree or higher in clinical or forensic psychology, with general registration and practice endorsement. Approved or eligible for approval as a Psychology Board of Australia Supervisor.
* At least 5 years' experience working in Mental Health, including clinical experience in Child and Adolescent and/or Early Psychosis in Mental Health.
Salary and Benefits
Your annual salary plus superannuation is just the beginning. You will also have access to:
* Additional allowances and salary packaging options.
* Fitness Passport (if eligible).
* Career progression and skill development opportunities.
* Support from an enthusiastic team of managers and colleagues.
Diversity and Inclusivity
We are an equal-opportunity employer, embracing all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disabilities.
*This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:
1. Describe a situation where you effectively utilised negotiation and influencing skills to secure resources from multidisciplinary teams for patient outcomes. Outline your strategies, collaboration methods, and success factors.
2. Share an example demonstrating your ability to deliver high-quality mental health care to vulnerable populations. How did you tailor your approach, and what outcomes did you achieve?
3. Provide an example of navigating challenging ethical or legal considerations in your clinical practice. How did you approach and resolve these challenges?
Need more information?
1) Position Description
2) Applying for this position
For questions, contact Trisha Lloyd at Trisha.Lloyd1@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11:59pm AEST
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