Nurse Level 5 – Remuneration Package Range $155,543 - $162,003
(including salary $132,267 - $139,215) + allowances
Top End Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Service
Darwin
One vacancy is available, either ongoing or fixed for 2 years.

Are you ready to bring clinical leadership to a vital NT health service?

Deliver high-level advice and support across hospital and community settings.

Make a difference in mental health outcomes across the Top End

Lead clinical coordination in mental health—make a real impact across NT communities with strong support and career growth.

The Role
As the Nurse Clinical Coordinator - Mental Health you will provide high-level advice related to assessment, planning, review, evaluation, and coordination of client care in mental health.

You’ll be working alongside the multidisciplinary Mental Health Access Team to provide patient-centred care in community and hospital settings, in line with the National Standards for Mental Health Nursing Practice. You’ll also collaborate with the Mental Health Access Team Manager to ensure that the team is working efficiently and effectively and may be required to step in and relieve the Team Manager when needed.

About you
You’re a dedicated mental health practitioner with strong clinical skills and a commitment to person-centred care.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.

The ability to meet the authorised standards required of a Designated Mental Health Practitioner in accordance with the NT Mental Health and Related Services Act (1998).

Advanced clinical knowledge, skills and experience in mental health or related areas, supported by strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to understand and apply professional knowledge to provide accurate advice and effective support within a multidisciplinary team.

Experience contributing to the development and implementation of local/regional policies, interpreting existing guidelines, and supporting change within the organisation.

Ability to apply well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that influence health care for individuals and groups.

Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of Graduate Diploma, or equivalent, beyond entry-to-practice in Mental Health or related area.

The Benefits:

Competitive remuneration package

Retention bonus

Salary packaging

12% superannuation

Generous leave entitlements

Relocation support

Support to grow your career with professional development opportunities.

Enjoy stable employment in the NT Government

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Rabin Ghimire on 08 8999 4988 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 38784
Closing date: 17/08/2025

Applications should consist of a one-page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search