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Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Health Clinician Level 3Remuneration: Dependent on QualificationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ545452An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.Central Coast Local Health District is looking for caring and compassionate Health Clinician Level 3 for Older Peoples Care Coordinator roles at Gosford. The successful candidate will possess specialist knowledge regarding mental health specific assessments, clinical treatments, and be able to co-ordinate care for individuals with complex needs. This role is suitable for the following Grades:Social Worker Level 3Occupational Therapist Level 3PsychologistClinical PsychologistRegistered NurseClinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1About YouYou have a minimum Tertiary Bachelor Degree in Psychology, Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration or Social Work with AASW membership or Counselling or Community Welfare, with three years post graduate experience in mental health; OR Master''s Degree Clinical Psychology with endorsement to practice as a Clinical Psychologist with AHPRA OR Tertiary Bachelor''s Degree in Nursing (Inc. Div. 1 AHPRA registration) with relevant post grad qualifications and at least 3 years'' experience working in the clinical area of their post grad study.You possess demonstrated knowledge of working within a care co-ordination model for Older Persons with complex needs and sensitivity to the mental health needs of older persons and their families.You have demonstrated ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team and experience working with a range of community partners including General Practitioners.Where you''ll be workingThe position sits within the Older Persons Mental Health Team which follows a recovery model of care as per The National Framework for Recovery for Mental Health Services. The OPMH team provides care co-ordination services to persons over the age of 65 years who have a moderate to severe mental illness, living within the community setting including residential aged care facilities. The primary role of the OPMH Care Co-ordinator (Level 3) is to work as part of a team that provides care co-ordination, case management, family/carer interventions, recovery focused interventions. This position requires the position holder to utilise advanced reasoning and clinical skills to support patients with complex needs. The position provides specific mental health assessments, clinical treatments, and referral in accordance with relevant mental health guidelines and best practice standards.As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.What We OfferWork for the largest employer on the Central Coast.Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions.Full Salary Packaging services are provided which means you save more tax.Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing.Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership.Social Club.Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.Child Safe Standard CommitmentCentral Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes. The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will continue to build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. We are committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast. Child Safety is everyones responsibility.Our Commitment To Diversity and InclusionAt Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative.For more information, please visit: note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with Covid-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.Follow us on Facebook with us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Andrew Webster on:Phone: 4320 2952Email: Andrew.Webster@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: Monday, 24 March 2025 at 11.59pmYou are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367. #J-18808-Ljbffr