Clinical Consultant - Transcultural Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District
Western Sydney Local Health District
Reference number
REQ664785
Occupation
Mental Health Clinician
Work type
Part-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
$80452 - $120680
Closing date
01 July 2026 at 11:59pm
- Drive culturally responsive mental health care state-wide
- Hybrid clinical consultancy via phone, telehealth & in-person
- Join a leading NSW centre for CALD mental health expertise
Lead, advise and deliver expert transcultural mental health care—support clinicians, strengthen culturally safe practice, and improve outcomes for diverse communities across NSW.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 32
Location: Cumberland
Where you'll be working
The Transcultural Mental Health Centre (TMHC) is a state-wide NSW Health service hosted within Western Sydney LHD. Based at the historic Cumberland Hospital, you’ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven team shaping inclusive mental health care.
- Located at Cumberland Hospital in Western Sydney
- Part of NSW’s largest and oldest mental health service
- State-wide impact supporting CALD communities
- Collaborative, values-driven and innovation-focused team
- Linked to the new Integrated Mental Health Complex at Westmead
What you'll be doing
In this specialist clinical consultancy role, you will support mental health teams and services across NSW to deliver culturally responsive, safe, and effective care.
- Provide expert transcultural consultation via phone & telehealth
- Deliver culturally informed assessments, formulations & care plans
- Support clinicians managing complex CALD client presentations
- Provide short-term interventions and joint clinical consultations
- Build capability through education, advice and resource sharing
Join Us
Make a meaningful impact in a role that values cultural expertise, collaboration and innovation. Help shape better mental health outcomes for diverse communities across NSW. Apply now and be part of a workforce that celebrates diversity, empowers people and delivers exceptional care. 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
- License: Current Valid Australian Drivers Licence
- Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Psychology
- Registration: Full Registration with AHPRA for Occupational Therapy or Psychology professions, or eligibility for membership of Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) for Social Work.
Selection Criteria
- Clinical experience in mental health (or related) setting.
- Demonstrated understanding of mental health experiences related to migrant and refugee populations.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of service providers across various NSW Health settings.
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to engage and communicate with people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
- Experience in cross cultural practice, utilising interpreters and/or bilingual skills in mental health practice.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills with attention to detail and an Ability to work with minimal supervision and use initiative.
- High level of verbal and written communication skills in English and in one or more other languages.
- Current Valid Australian Drivers Licence
Requisition ID: REQ664785
Applications Close: 1st July 2026
Need more information ?
- about applying for this position.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Sakina Mannan on 02 9912 3850 or ***email_hidden***
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
