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Mental Health Jobs with NSW Health

Short-term contracts and permanent roles across NSW Health public services for mental health nurses and clinicians, including RNs, ENs, AINs and community-based clinicians.

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Mental health roles across NSW Health

Learn why mental health nurses and clinicians choose HealthX for short-term and permanent roles across NSW Health public services.

Roles may be available across mental health facilities, drugs and alcohol services, youth intervention programs, forensic settings and community mental health teams.

Mental Health Jobs in NSW

Mental health roles for Registered Nurses (RNs), Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs) across NSW Health public services

Opportunities across inpatient and community-based mental health settings

Short-term contracts and permanent mental health roles

Metro and regional NSW placements

Dedicated recruiters with mental health workforce experience

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Clinical areas we recruit for within NSW Health

While this page focuses on mental health nursing and clinician roles, HealthX also recruits Registered Nurses (RNs), Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs) for NSW Health public hospitals across related clinical areas, including:

  • Mental Health Facilities
  • Drugs and Alcohol Services
  • Youth Intervention Programs
  • Forensic Mental Health
  • Community Mental Health Clinician roles

Role availability varies by classification (RN, EN or AIN), experience and workforce demand across NSW Health facilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions here.

If you can't find what you're looking for, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.

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Are roles available across different Local Health Districts?

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Yes. Mental health roles may be available across a range of NSW Health Local Health Districts, depending on service needs. Applicants can indicate preferred locations when completing the registration form.

Are these mental health roles with NSW Health?

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Yes. All roles advertised on this page are within NSW Health public mental health services across New South Wales.

Are these short-term contracts or permanent roles?

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Both. HealthX recruits for short-term contracts and permanent mental health roles within NSW Health, depending on workforce demand and candidate availability.

Do I need AHPRA registration to apply?

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Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses must hold current AHPRA registration.Assistants in Nursing and other clinicians must meet NSW Health compliance and credentialing requirements relevant to their role.

Do I need previous mental health experience?

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Experience requirements vary by role and setting. Mental health experience is essential for many roles, particularly in inpatient, forensic and community-based services. Entry requirements will be discussed during screening.

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How do I apply for mental health roles with NSW Health?

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You can apply by completing the registration form on this page. A HealthX recruiter will contact you to discuss suitable mental health opportunities based on your experience, classification and service preferences.

What mental health settings do these roles cover?

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Roles may be available across a range of NSW Health mental health services, including:

  • Inpatient mental health facilities
  • Drugs and Alcohol services
  • Youth intervention programs
  • Forensic mental health settings
  • Community mental health teams

Who are these mental health roles suitable for?

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Opportunities may be available for Registered Nurses (RNs), Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs), as well as other mental health clinicians, depending on the role, service setting and experience required.