Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to July 2027)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Parkes or Forbes, NSW - Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 8 July 2026 2026 - 11:59pm
Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol
Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol - Lachlan Community Health
About the role
The Community Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol (CMHDA) service is one of the most fulfilling roles within the healthcare sector. CMHDA delivers people-focussed mental health care for adults aged between 18 and 65 in the Parkes and Forbes communities.
In this role, you will provide clinical care planning and case management to people requiring acute and complex mental health intervention in the community.
The CMHDA team is comprised of enthusiastic multi-disciplinary healthcare professionals that pride themselves on providing a collaborative and holistic approach to patient care.
This role is based in either Parkes or Forbes and works Monday to Friday, with no weekend or public holiday shifts required.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
Upload your current resume
Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Natasha Hutchison on (02) 6861 2570 or at [email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
