Allied Health Mental Health Clinician

• Empower lives through person-centred, recovery-focused care

• Thrive in a supportive, multidisciplinary teaching hospital

• Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities in a vibrant, diverse community

Make a difference every day — support mental health recovery across Western Sydney in a modern, collaborative environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time  
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Social Worker Level 1 / 2, Psychologist
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown 

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) at Blacktown Hospital, a leading teaching hospital dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing in one of Sydney’s fastest-growing and most culturally diverse communities.

• Modern, purpose-built facilities designed for exceptional care and staff wellbeing

• Teaching hospital offering a rich, supportive learning environment for professionals and students

• Outdoor staff areas with landscaped gardens to recharge and connect

• Easy access to Westpoint Shopping Centre, public transport, and parking options

• Be part of a passionate, inclusive team focused on holistic mental health recovery

What you'll be doing 
As an Allied Health Mental Health Clinician, you’ll deliver compassionate, person-centred care to individuals living with chronic and persistent mental illness. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll support consumers in achieving recovery goals through comprehensive assessments, interventions, and coordinated care planning.

• Provide recovery-oriented mental health services and support for consumers with complex psychosocial needs

• Collaborate with consumers, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individual care plans

• Deliver evidence-based assessments, interventions, and crisis triage in collaboration with community partners

• Advocate for consumer rights and promote empowerment and social inclusion

• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development projects

Why you'll love working with us

At WSLHD, we’re committed to creating meaningful careers in a supportive, inclusive, and innovative environment. You’ll be empowered to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact in the lives of people and their families across Western Sydney.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team where your expertise and compassion shape better mental health outcomes.
Apply today and help us build a healthier Western Sydney.

How to Apply 
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Qualification: Relevant tertiary qualifications as a Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker. 
Registration: Full registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist OR for Social Workers, eligibility to be a member of the AASW. 

Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated skills in mental health and discipline specific assessments and interventions and experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness.

2. Demonstrated understanding and ability to work within experience working in a team and/or knowledge of the principles that guide service delivery within this model of practice

3. Demonstrated ability to collaborate meaningfully with consumers and carers with a commitment and understanding of recovery principles in mental health service provision.

4. Demonstrated working knowledge of NSW Mental Health Act, 2007.

5. Demonstrated excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and good interpersonal skills.

6. Computer competence and literacy including the use of database systems.

7. Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia

Requisition ID: REQ620373   
Applications Close: 27th November 2025 

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• For inquiries about the role, contact Sangeetha Pillai on 0400 726 016.