Mental Health Clinician - ECAT Triage

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Mental Health Clinician | ECAT Triage | Bendigo

About the Role
Limelight People are recruiting Mental Health Clinicians to join a supportive and multidisciplinary mental health service in Bendigo.
This opportunity is suited to an experienced mental health professional looking to work within a collaborative team providing person-centred, recovery-focused care to consumers with a range of mental health presentations.
You will work closely with consumers, families, carers and other healthcare professionals to provide assessment, treatment, care planning and ongoing clinical support.

Benefits & Perks

• Permanent full-time or part-time employment opportunities
• $10,000 sign-on incentive – $5,000 on commencement and $5,000 after 12 months
• Relocation support up to $10,000 international, $6,000 interstate or $3,000 within Victoria
• Permanent residency sponsorship pathways available after 12 months for eligible candidates
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Generous salary packaging opportunities
• Staff health and wellbeing programs
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to fitness and wellbeing facilities

Roster & Working Requirements

• Permanent full-time or part-time opportunities
• Up to 80 hours per fortnight
• Flexible working arrangements available depending on service requirements
• Participation in an out-of-hours roster may be required

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments.
• Undertake risk assessments and develop appropriate safety plans.
• Develop, implement and review individualised treatment and recovery plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Support consumers experiencing acute or complex mental health presentations.
• Work collaboratively with consumers, families, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide education and support to consumers and their support networks.
• Monitor consumer wellbeing and respond appropriately to changes in clinical presentation.
• Support referrals, care coordination and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in clinical supervision, case reviews and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Contribute to quality improvement and ongoing service development.

Requirements Applicants must hold one of the following:

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration; or
• Approved Social Work degree or qualification eligible for Australian Association of Social Workers membership; or
• Registered Psychologist with current AHPRA registration; or
• Registered Occupational Therapist with current AHPRA registration.

Additional requirements:

• Relevant experience within mental health.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of recovery-oriented and person-centred care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Desirable

• Experience within acute or community mental health.
• Experience working with complex mental health presentations.
• Experience in assessment, crisis intervention or care coordination.
• Commitment to reflective practice and continuous improvement.

Apply Now
Limelight People are recruiting experienced Mental Health Clinicians for permanent opportunities in Bendigo.
Submit your application to Beca, Permanent Recruitment Specialist across Nursing and Midwifery:
bh@limelightpeople.com.au

Consultant

Beca Hartson

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Permanent Nursing and Midwifery

0492 264 872
bh@limelightpeople.com.au

Reference number: 4070893
Profession:Healthcare & MedicalNursing - Mental Health

Company: Limelight People
Date posted: 31st Aug, 2026