Mental Health Clinician

the original; Council of the City of Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking Mental Health Clinicians for flexible locum opportunities across New South Wales. The roles offer competitive pay, travel support, and diverse clinical settings. The ideal candidates will have qualifications in psychology or social work, current AHPRA registration, and experience in community mental health. This position allows professionals to enhance their skills while enjoying a rewarding career in mental health nursing.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Travel and accommodation support

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in acute and/or community mental health settings.
• NSW Driver's Licence (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Deliver community-based acute mental health assessment and crisis response.
• Conduct triage and comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
• Provide short-term interventions and safety planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Care coordination

Communication

Education

Qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy

Current AHPRA registration or AASW eligibility

Job description

Flexible locum opportunities for Social Workers & Mental Health Clinicians across New South Wales.

Join cmr for flexible locum opportunities that match your lifestyle and let you explore new settings across NSW. We partner with respected healthcare providers to place qualified professionals in roles that offer competitive pay, travel support, and the chance to make a real impact. Whether you're seeking variety, career growth, or just a change of scenery, cmr can connect you with the right role fast.

Why Choose Locum Work?

• Enjoy highly competitive hourly rates that reward your experience
• Flexible short and longer roles tailored perfectly to your lifestyle
• Travel and accommodation provided for many roles
• Amazing opportunities to explore Australia's unique and vibrant communities
• Boost your skills and grow your career across a wide variety of health and care settings

Who We're Looking For:

• Social Workers and Mental Health Clinicians across many settings
• APHRA registration or AASW eligibility / accreditation
• Current Working With Children Check

Mental Health Clinician - Community Mental Health

NSW Health - Regional Permanent Roles Available across NSW *

Start Date: ASAP

Employment: Permanent Full-Time

About the Role: QLD Health is seeking experienced Mental Health Clinicians to join Community Mental Health and Acute Care Teams. These roles support adults (18+) experiencing acute mental health crises, delivering timely, community-based assessment and intervention. While this role is advertised in Sydney, permanent regional opportunities are available across NSW, offering exposure to diverse clinical settings and strong multidisciplinary support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver community-based acute mental health assessment and crisis response
• Conduct triage, comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments
• Provide short-term interventions, safety planning, and assertive outreach
• Coordinate care and referrals with internal and external services
• Work within Trauma-Informed Care and Recovery-oriented frameworks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across hospital and community settings

Requirements

• Qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration or AASW eligibility
• Experience in acute and/or community mental health settings
• Strong risk assessment, crisis intervention, and care coordination skills
• NSW Driver's Licence (or ability to obtain)

APPLY NOW

For a confidential discussion, contact Lachlan Webster via email at [e-mail].

Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse

Join us as a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, acute, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for a 12-week contract (or more) in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings, providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.

Why Choose cmr?

• Diverse Working Environments: Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures
• Competitive Compensation: Earn up to $86 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances
• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise
• Adventure & Exploration: Discover new places while doing what you love
• Supportive Employer: Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way

Key Role Responsibilities

• Provide critical support and care in acute mental health, inpatient, and community settings
• Deliver case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning
• Administer medication and manage medication protocols
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support recovery
• Maintain precise documentation and ensure regulatory compliance

Criteria

• Qualifications: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing, particularly in case management
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Transportation: Valid driver's license for regional and remote roles
• Flexibility: Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional or remote areas for at least 12 weeks

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion, contact Lachlan Webster via email at [e-mail].