Dietitian - Mental Health

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd.; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Discounted onsite parking

Gym memberships

Employee Assistance Programs

Bulk-billing for staff families

Job summary

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd in the Northern Beaches, NSW, is seeking a Clinical Dietitian for a part-time role (15.2 hours per week) within a Mental Health Allied Health team. You will perform comprehensive nutritional assessments for inpatients and provide evidence-based dietary care to a diverse mental health population.

The successful candidate will collaborate with psychiatric nurses, doctors and support staff, deliver dietary counseling and education, and contribute to recovery pathways in a

Qualifications

• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics approved for Dietitians Australia registration.
• Minimum two years acute care clinical experience in mental health.
• Strong counseling and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of clinical care for admitted inpatients with tailored nutrition plans.
• Collaborate with psychiatric nurses, doctors and support staff in a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide dietary counseling and education to patients throughout recovery.

Skills

Mental health experience

Nutritional assessment

Counseling skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

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  An exceptional opportunity has become available for an experienced Clinical Dietitian to join a dedicated Mental Health Allied Health team located on the Northern Beaches. This part-time role, consisting of 15.2 hours per week, is situated within a modern healthcare facility that provides psychiatric care to both public and private patients. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enhancing patient recovery by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and evidence-based interventions tailored to a diverse mental health population.
  

  The Role and Responsibilities

  
  

  The appointed Dietitian will be responsible for delivering a high standard of clinical care to admitted inpatients, ensuring all nutritional requirements are met to improve overall health outcomes. This position requires seamless collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of psychiatric nurses, doctors, and support staff. Beyond clinical assessments, the role involves providing essential dietary counseling and education to patients, helping them navigate their nutritional needs throughout their recovery journey.

  
  

  Selection Criteria and Requirements

  
  

  Applicants must hold a Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics (or an equivalent qualification) that satisfies the requirements for full membership with the Dietitians Australia. A minimum of two years of acute care clinical experience specifically within the mental health sector is required. The ideal candidate will possess highly developed counseling skills, the ability to manage a busy workload independently, and excellent interpersonal communication skills. A commitment to integrity, personal growth, and collaborative teamwork is essential for success in this environment.

  
  

  Employee Benefits and Compliance

  
  

  The facility offers a competitive suite of benefits, including salary packaging, discounted onsite parking, and gym memberships. Employees also have access to Employee Assistance Programs and bulk-billing services for themselves and their immediate families. Prospective staff should be aware that this facility is currently transitioning from a private operator to the NSW Health public network in late April 2026, offering a unique career pathway during this period of growth.