Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 31 March 2025)
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration: Dependent Upon Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ472099
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks' notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency. An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Join our team at the Central Coast Local Health District as a Mental Health Clinician Level 3 and make a profound impact on the lives of children and families in our community through the CAMHS GOT IT! program. As part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you'll play a crucial role in preventing mental illness and behavioral disorders in children, fostering improved educational outcomes from Kindergarten to Year 2.
Your responsibilities will include delivering a range of clinical services, from individual interventions to group therapy sessions, all based on evidence-based practices. You'll collaborate closely with schools, parents, carers, and local services to ensure a holistic approach to mental health support.
The position will be conducting assessments, providing crisis intervention when necessary, and delivering targeted interventions for children with emerging behavioral difficulties. You'll also facilitate parent education programs and provide support and training to school staff in behavior management.
By staying up-to-date with current research and best practices, you'll ensure that our interventions are effective and aligned with the latest developments in the field. Your contributions will be crucial in evaluating and promoting the effectiveness of the CAMHS GOT IT! program both locally and statewide.
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, and you're committed to evidence-based practice in child and adolescent mental health, we invite you to apply and join our team today.
About You
You hold a minimum Tertiary Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Counselling, or Community Welfare, with three years postgraduate experience in mental health. Alternatively, possess a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with AHPRA endorsement or a Tertiary Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Div. 1 AHPRA registration) with relevant postgrad qualifications and clinical experience. You have extensive clinical expertise and specialised knowledge in addressing complex mental health needs of young children, families, and carers through individual, group, and parent-focused clinical services. You have strong written & verbal communication skills, and demonstrate professionalism at all times. You hold a valid NSW Drivers' Licence & a current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
This role is suitable for the following: Welfare Officer Level 3 Counsellor Level 3 Occupational Therapist Level 3 Clinical Psychologist Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 Clinical Midwife Specialist Grade 2
Whereyou'll be working The role involves contributing to the prevention of mental illness and behavioural disorders in children (Kindergarten to Year 2) through the CAMHS GOT IT! Program. As part of a multidisciplinary team, professionals such as Welfare Officers, Counsellors, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Nurses, and Midwives are invited to deliver clinical services, facilitate behavioural/social skills groups for primary school children, and conduct parenting programs. The program employs a comprehensive approach, including universal training for school staff, evidence-based parenting interventions, and streamlined referrals. Emphasis is on collaboration with educational staff, providing practical support, education, and direction to teachers. The role also involves ensuring children beyond the program's scope access appropriate resources, building positive relationships with schools, and supporting universal screening for emerging behavioural problems.
As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.
What we Offer Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions. Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax. Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership. Social Club. Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Child Safe Standard Commitment Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies, and processes. The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. Child safety is everyone's responsibility, and The Central Coast is committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast. Standard 5; People working with children are suitable and supported.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative.
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Applications Close: 25 April 2025 at 11:59pm.
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