CCLHD - CAMHS Mental Health Worker

Central Coast Local Health District; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued day off each month

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Relocation assistance

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) seeks a CAMHS Mental Health Worker to deliver assertive outreach, comprehensive assessment and intensive case management for children, adolescents and families. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide trauma-informed, recovery-focused care and partner with families and community services to improve wellbeing across the Central Coast.

In this role you will conduct mental health assessments, coordinate care with inpatient units and

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, adolescents and families in mental health.
• Strong assessment and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in multidisciplinary settings.
• Eligibility with registration/eligibility for one of the listed professions.

Responsibilities

• Provide assertive outreach and comprehensive assessment for children and families.
• Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused care with families and carers.
• Coordinate care with inpatient units, schools, GPs and community services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and care planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Clinical Psychology

Psychology

Nursing

Social Work

Welfare

Counselling

Midwifery

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3 Remuneration: $2,329.84 - $2,405.33 per week Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ695029 Location: Across CCLHD Applications Close: Sunday 1st November 2026 at 11.59

Make a real difference in the lives of children, young people and their families. At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to delivering Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone. We are seeking passionate and experienced Mental Health Clinicians to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS), providing specialist support to young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges.

About the Opportunity

As a CAMHS Mental Health Worker, you will provide assertive outreach, comprehensive assessment, intensive case management and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children, adolescents and their families. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused care while partnering with families, carers and community services to support positive mental health outcomes. This position plays a key role in ensuring continuity of care and improving the wellbeing of children and young people across the Central Coast.

In this role you will:

• Provide mental health assessments, assertive case management and evidence-based interventions for children and young people.
• Deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused care in collaboration with families and carers.
• Coordinate care and work closely with inpatient units, community services, schools, GPs and other healthcare providers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences and care planning to support holistic outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Qualifications and registration/eligibility for one of the following professions: Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Welfare, Counselling or Midwifery.
• Demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents and families within a mental health setting.
• Strong assessment, therapeutic intervention and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, families and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

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.

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

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