Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Lachlan (Parkes & Forbes), NSW - Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 8 July 2026 - 11:59pm
Registered Nurse - Community Mental Health Team
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Lachlan
About the role
Do you have experience in Mental Health and have a keen interest inworking with clients in the community providing acute mental health care? The Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Registered Nurse is one of the most fulfilling roles within the healthcare sector. You will be providing consumer focussed MH care for adults aged between 18 - 65yrs old in a rural setting.
Work hours are Monday to Friday - 830am to 5pm. You will not be required to work on Public Holidays or weekends.
A typical workday involves clinical care planning, and multi-disciplinary service co-ordination in the form of case management for consumers requiring acute and complex mental health intervention in the community.
You will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of these services including carer/family support.
What we can offer you
Country living with a meaningful career path
Paid leave entitlements
Allowances as per the relevant Award
Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Flexible work practices (as appropriate to the position and negotiated with your manager)
Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
Opportunities for learning and development, including in-house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO
Professional growth and accelerated career progression
There is ongoing support in this role and opportunities for further growth and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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.
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience
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
