Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health - Incentives Offered

Western NSW Local Health District; Wellington; In loco; AUD 82.000 - 115.000; Tempo pieno

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Rural Health Incentives

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Western NSW Local Health District invites applications for a Registered Nurse – Community Mental Health in Dubbo, NSW. Working Monday to Friday, 38 hours weekly, the role offers incentives under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme to support rural health service delivery.

You will perform mental health assessments, crisis intervention, care planning and case management for adults with severe needs within a supportive team, with opportunities for ongoing education and involvement in

Competenze

• Mental health assessments for adults with complex needs.
• Crisis intervention in urgent situations.
• Care planning and case management in community settings.

Mansioni

• Conduct mental health assessments and crisis interventions.
• Provide acute assessments in emergencies as required.
• Develop and implement care plans for adults with complex needs.
• Coordinate case management and community-based supports.

Conoscenze

Mental health assessment

Crisis intervention

Care planning

Case management

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#RuralHealthIncentive Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives) Location: Dubbo NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 5 November 2026 – 11:59pm Registered Nurse – Community Mental Health - Incentives Offered Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Dubbo

About the role

Working in community Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm, this role offers great autonomy, and you will experience a wide range of presentations. Day-to-day tasks include mental health assessments, crisis intervention, acute assessment in emergency situations, care planning, and case management for adult clients with severe and complex mental health needs, delivering intensive support in a community setting. Our senior staff and educators have a ‘doors open’ policy, so are readily available to provide you with the right information or support to make decisions and referrals. You’ll work with the educator’s one on one until you find your feet, and as we look out for each other in the bush, your peers (a team of dedicated staff) will always have your back and are only a call or teams meeting away. We are a District that thrives on innovation and you will be encouraged to bring your ideas forward to develop our service. Recent examples of our innovation include the ‘Yarning space’ and improving the inpatient discharge process to transition to in community supports. Team members are regularly invited to present projects in Sydney to a broader health team. You’ll also be supported with continuing education and our focus on research gives you many opportunities to pursue interests in this area. You will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference to some of Australia’s most vulnerable populations, including First Nations people. Given the challenges of accessing rural services, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute significantly to mental health care in a rural setting. You will find both professional and personal satisfaction in knowing that your work has a direct and positive impact on the wellbeing of individuals and their communities. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

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 4000 or at [e-mail] 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.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD