Clinical Coordinator

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter Manning; Taree; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter Manning is seeking an experienced Clinical Coordinator to join our Mental Health team in Taree, NSW. This permanent part-time role (three days per week) focuses on coordinated, person-centred clinical care for individuals with severe and complex mental illness.

You will provide trauma-informed, recovery-focused support and work with clients, their GP, psychiatrist and other supports to deliver holistic care.

Qualifications

• Registered mental health professional qualification and mental health experience.
• Ability to practice independently and meet complex caseload demands.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document notes clearly.
• Experience collaborating with GPs, psychiatrists and other health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated clinical care for people with severe and complex mental illness.
• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with clients and healthcare providers.
• Collaborate with GPs, psychiatrists and allied health professionals to support clients.
• Deliver trauma-informed and recovery-focused support within a person-centred framework.
• Support clients with autonomy and meaningful community connections.

Skills

Mental health knowledge

Communication

Independent practice

Stakeholder collaboration

Documentation

Education

Mental health professional qualification

NSW Driver's Licence

Mental health accreditation (Desirable)

Job description

CatholicCare Social Services Hunter Manning – Taree NSW

CatholicCare is looking for an experienced and compassionate Clinical Coordinator to join our Mental Health team in Taree. This permanent part-time role, working three days per week, supports people with severe and complex mental illness through coordinated, person-centred clinical care.

In this role, you will provide trauma-informed and recovery-focused support based on a plan you will create in conjunction with the client, their GP, psychiatrist or other supports. You’ll work closely with our Peer Support Worker to ensure clients feel supported, empowered and connected throughout their mental health journey.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Mental Health Nurse, Psychologist or Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with mental health experience or hold an equivalent qualification. Mental health accreditation is desirable.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport(T&C’s apply).
• Salary packaging
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
• Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program.
• Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The aim of the Clinical Care program is to provide greater access to mental health services for those people living with mental illness in the HNECC region. Mental Health Services in Primary Care will improve service integration and achieve alignment with a person centred, stepped care approach. The aims will be achieved by engaging a range of mental health professionals to provide a suite of evidence based mental health services to people that would otherwise have little or no access to such services.

The role of the Clinical Coordinator is to provide coordinated clinical care for people with severe and compex mental illness. The care will be delivered in line with a GP Mental Health treatment plan or equivalent, developed by a GP or Psychiatrist. The Clinical Coordinator will work with the Peer support worker to deliver person centred holistic support to clients on their mental health journey.

The Clinical Coordinator will collaborate with GP’s, Psychiatrasts, and other allied health professionals, as well as family members or support people to ensure that clients are able to move forward on their journey with the support they need.

This opportunity is ideal for a skilled clinician who values autonomy, teamwork and making a meaningful difference.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• A commitment to the Vision, Mission and Values of our organisation and active engagement in organisational events
• Evidence of independent practice history and skill in meeting the range of demands of complex caseloads
• Good working knowledge of mental health, local networks, legislation and practices
• Excellent skills in implementing strategies that promote emotional and developmental well-being in people who are experiencing ongoing, complex mental health disorders.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with external stakeholders to provide a holistic approach to support for clients
• Demonstrated communication skills and the ability to write detailed and informed notes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Mental health registered nurse, psychologist, social work qualification with mental health experience or equivalent
• NSW Drivers Licence
• Mental health accreditation (Desired)

Applications close 11.59pm on Friday, 16 October 2026.

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement.Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.