Senior Clinician - LIKE MIND, Seven Hills

Uniting; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary packaging up to $18,-

Me Days – extra paid leave

CPD Days per year

Ongoing training and development

Career progression within a large org

U Rewards and Fitness Passport

Job summary

Uniting is seeking a Senior Clinician to join the LikeMind team in Western Sydney. The role covers Merrylands, Blacktown, Castle Hill and Parramatta, with a minimum of two sites and regular hours 8.30am–4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

You will conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, risk assessments and treatment planning, while mentoring junior clinicians in a multidisciplinary setting. Applicants should hold Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work,

Qualifications

• Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy.
• Provisional or full registration with AHPRA or appropriate professional body.
• Post-qualifying clinical experience of at least 3 years in mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments.
• Develop case formulations and initial treatment planning.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and consultation to L1 and L2 clinicians.
• Collaborate with consumers and families to deliver recovery-oriented support.
• Participate in triage and intake of referrals and formulate care plans.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentorship

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Mental Health Nursing

Psychology

Social Work

Occupational Therapy

Job description

Senior Clinician – LikeMind, Western Sydney

Uniting is looking for an experienced Senior Clinician to join our LikeMind team and provide high-quality, recovery-oriented mental health support.

Location

Merrylands, Blacktown, Castle Hill and Parramatta (minimum of 2 sites)

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

Working days

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Salary

HPA Level 2 $50.52 per hour - $55.84 per hour + Super + generous salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

Please note

In line with the Health Professionals Award classification changes, effective from the first full pay period on or after 1st October 2026, the classification for this role has been updated to Level 2

Work Locations

The role is co-located with Local Health District teams, with office space available at Community Mental Health Centres in Merrylands, Blacktown, Castle Hill and Parramatta. Depending on service needs, clinicians will work across a minimum of two sites, with scheduled days at consistent locations to provide a regular and ongoing work pattern.

About the Program

LikeMind is a community-based mental health service providing collaborative, recovery-oriented and wrap-around support to people experiencing mental health concerns, as well as their families and carers.

In 2025, LikeMind transitioned to an amended service delivery model with a closer partnership with NBMLHD and WSLHD. LikeMind Western Sydney accepts referrals only from these Local Health Districts.

Role Overview

As a Senior Clinician, you will provide comprehensive mental health assessments, risk assessments, case formulation, treatment planning, triage and evidence-based interventions, while supporting L1 and L2 clinicians through clinical supervision, mentoring and consultation.

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, case formulations and initial treatment planning.
• Review comprehensive mental health assessments for clients referred to access-focused psychological supports. This includes reviewing mental state examinations, risk assessments, case formulations and initial treatment planning to inform appropriate clinical interventions.
• Provide mentorship, clinical supervision and consultation to L1 and L2 clinicians within a multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with consumers, their families/significant others and service systems to deliver recovery-oriented support.
• Participate in triage and intake of referrals, assessing presenting concerns, identifying risks, reviewing supports and negotiating appropriate care plans.

The role is central to improving outcomes in mental and physical health while promoting opportunities for education and employment.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

• Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• Provisional or full registration with AHPRA or an appropriate professional body.

Experience

• Post-qualifying, minimum of full time 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health field preferably working with adult consumers.
• Proven experience in providing primary mental health interventions, assessments, evidence-based treatment and case management.
• Substantial experience in acute mental health, including bio-psycho-social assessments, crisis intervention and short-term psychosocial treatment.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership including supervision, staff orientation and mentoring; education, training, and provision of support to students on field placements.
• Contribution to multidisciplinary recovery-focused care planning and clinical case review presentations as required.
• Experience in service representation at relevant interservice clinical discussions or meetings.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Benefits & Culture

• Tax-free salary packaging entitlements of up to $18,550 per year (visit https://accesspay.com.au/ for more information).
• 4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge and focus on what matters most
• 4 CPD Days per calendar year
• Ongoing training and development, including cultural awareness training
• Career progression and development opportunities within a large organisation
• U Rewards and Fitness Passport

Applications close: 11:55pm Tuesday 8th December 2026; We'll be reviewing applications and interviewing throughout the advertising period.

Enquiries: Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist | [e-mail]

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.