Senior Mental Health Clinician - Substance Use in Pregnancy & Parenting Ser at Western NSW Local Health District
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Aug, 25

Salary

147108.0

Posted On

19 Jul, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 13/12/2025)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4, Speech Pathologist Level 4
Remuneration: $109,247.00 - $147,108.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 25 July 2025 – 11:59pm

Responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting Service (SUPPS) clinician, will provide safe, compassionate, quality, person-centred specialist care, working in collaboration with clients/families/carers and multidisciplinary teams to achieve identified goals and outcomes. The SUPPS role is based in Bathurst, and services the Bathurst Hub, delivering an evidence based liaison and consultation service to pregnant women with substance use issues, their families, and other services that these clients are in need of, and/or engaged with. The role will carry a caseload and perform home visits as required.
In this role, you will use innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions. You will professionally support and improve outcomes for pregnant people and their children who’s pregnancies are complicated by drug or alcohol use.
The successful applicant will take a trauma-informed approach and provide respectful, person-centred care, tailored to each individual’s needs. Central to your role will be employing an individualised, holistic approach to care, incorporating comprehensive care planning to address the diverse physical, emotional, and social aspects of each person’s journey.
Join this vibrant and professional team working with people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use. With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can work family-friendly hours and have a positive impact on the health of our communities.
We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work. We are a team as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.
A role in the alcohol and other drugs sector offers mentally stimulating work and provides a high level of autonomy and empowerment. You’ll work within a collaborative team that enables a culture of support.
Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE:

  • Click ‘Apply’
  • Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
  • Upload your current resume
  • Answer the selection criteria
    Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sarah Sheldon, on (02) 6330 5258 or at sarah.sheldon@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
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