Community Mental Health Professional (Occupational Therapist/ Social Worker Lvl 1 - 2, Registered Nurse, Psychologist)

Requisition ID: REQ671406

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification

• Occupational Therapist Level 1-2: $76,364.00 - $ 108,943.00 per annum
• Social Work Level 1-2: $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum
• Registered Nurse: $79,368.82 - $1114,27.34per annum
• Psychologist: $80,452.00 - $117,755.00 per annum

In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Mental Health Service

Applications close: 05/07/2026

Contact: Jennifer Neculman Alfaro on ***email_hidden*** |(02) 9827 8011

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position

Our Community Mental Health (CMH) Team is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where staff are empowered to thrive.

Achieve Something Great

Liverpool ICAMHS is seeking skilled Mental Health Professionals to join our multidisciplinary service supporting infants, children and young people (0–17 years) across the Liverpool and Fairfield communities. This position sits across both ICAMHS and Safeguards streams.

The ICAMHS/Safeguards team provides rapid mental health assessment and brief intervention to children and young people (0–17 years) experiencing acute mental health distress, and their support networks.Clinicians deliver timely, crisis-focused care, including comprehensive assessment, risk management and short-term intervention aimed at stabilisation, strengthening supports and facilitating access to ongoing care. The role also includes holding a small ICAMHS caseload for ongoing therapeutic intervention.

In this role you will manage a clinical caseload, contribute to recovery-oriented treatment planning, and participate in intake and multidisciplinary care.

This is a 7-day rotating roster position and includes participation in intake.

As a pool clinician, you’ll begin by supporting one of our teams to fill a current vacancy. As new opportunities arise across our mental health services, you may be offered the chance to transition to other teams—providing you with valuable experience and exposure across the diverse services within SWSLHD Community Mental Health. Future roles may become available at Ingleburn, Bankstown, Campbelltown, Ambarvale, Fairfield, and Wollondilly.

Are You the Right Fit?

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in child and adolescent mental health, including assessment and intervention across a range of presentations
• Skills in evidence-based, recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice (e.g. CBT, DBT, family work)
• Ability to provide both crisis response (Safeguards) and ongoing case management (ICAMHS)
• Strong clinical judgement, risk assessment and communication skills
• Capacity to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and with families/carers
• Flexibility to contribute to intake processes and, for Safeguards roles, a 7-day rotating roster
• Commitment to clinical supervision, professional development and quality improvement

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Relevant qualifications as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or qualified Social Worker eligible for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), or CSU Graduates: Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health)
• Please provide a detailed description of your interest and motivation in applying for this role highlighting your relevant skills & experience in providing assessment and treatment for consumers of the mental health service.
• Using an example, describe a time where you have had to work as part of a team to solve a problem. Outline the communication skills used and how you ensured the problem would not occur again.

• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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• Position Information
  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• How to Apply
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• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary Positions
  • Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
  • For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
  • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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