Clinical Nurse Educator - Community Mental Health

Western NSW Local Health District; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District in Dubbo NSW invites applications for a Clinical Nurse Educator in Community Mental Health. The role delivers acute mental health care in the community and coordinates evidence-based interventions to support recovery-focused outcomes.

Based in Dubbo, you will work with a multidisciplinary team, provide outreach services across regional communities and support colleagues through supervision, ongoing professional development and specialist input.

Responsibilities

• Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering acute mental health care within the community.
• Provide evidence-based mental health interventions and coordinate care.
• Work with consumers, carers and healthcare professionals to support recovery-focused outcomes.
• Deliver outreach services across regional communities.
• Contribute to professional development through supervision and specialist support.
• Support development of colleagues and participate in continuous improvement.
• Work Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Job description

Clinical Nurse Educator - Community Mental Health

Western NSW Local Health District – Dubbo NSW

1d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 24 September 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $124,273.00 - $128,301.89 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 26 October 2026 – 11:59pm

Clinical Nurse Educator – Community Mental Health
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Dubbo

About the role
Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering acute mental health care within the community and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing complex mental health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to provide evidence-based interventions, coordinate care and work collaboratively with consumers, carers and healthcare professionals to support recovery-focused outcomes.

Based in Dubbo, you will work closely with a range of clinicians as part of a supportive and experienced team, while also providing outreach services across regional communities. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as you will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consumers receive coordinated, high-quality care.

This position offers a rewarding mix of clinical practice, collaboration and professional growth. You'll have the opportunity to support the development of colleagues, contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and expand your own skills through ongoing supervision, professional development and specialist support.

Working Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, this role provides an excellent opportunity to further your mental health career while enjoying the benefits of regional living and a strong work-life balance.

Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

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.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Lucy Rolek on 02 6881 4*** or at **********@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre‑employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.