Clinical Manager, Early Psychosis Program (EPP) - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until February 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: $109,247.00 - $138,534.10 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ617469
Location: Bondi, Sydney

Come Work With Us!

An exciting temporary opportunity exists for a an experienced clinician to fill this challenging role to manage and lead the Early Psychosis Program (EPP) team - a specialist multi-disciplinary team providing evidence-based care to in the delivery of a comprehensive, integrated, innovative mental health service to young people aged 14 – 25 who have recently experienced a First Episode of Psychosis (FEP). Interest you?

The EPP Clinical Manager will oversee the development and provision of high-quality evidence based clinical services, including assessment, care co-ordination, intervention, liaison and review that meets the needs of young adults referred to the service with a first episode of psychosis or emerging significant mental health concerns.

The Early Psychosis Program (EPP) is a specialist multi-disciplinary team providing evidence-based care to young people aged 14 – 25 who have recently experienced a First Episode of Psychosis (FEP), or who are at Ultra High Risk (UHR) of experiencing psychosis, based on Australian Clinical Guidelines for Early Psychosis. The EPP Clinical Lead provides leadership for this multidisciplinary team of 5 – 10 FTE.

For more information we encourage you to contact Lara Box on [email protected]

Interviews are expected to be held between 17 November 2025 and 21 November 2025.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working

Based at Bondi Junction Community Mental Health Centre, ESMHS Bondi Junction with some travel to other SESLHD MHS sites as required

Additional Information and Benefits

• An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary Full Time positions
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable (Nursing only)
• Opportunity to obtain personal regrade to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1 status where relevant (Nursing only)

Selection Criteria:

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.

1. Social Worker eligible for membership of AASW or Occupational Therapist with current registration with AHPRA. Psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA), and completion of 12 months at the 9th year of service and thereafter point on the salary scale for Psychologists. For Clinical Psychologists, full Registration with the PsyBA, with endorsement in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology, and a minimum two-year full-time accredited Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology or Neuropsychology. Nurse with current registration with AHPRA with a minimum 5 years full time equivalent post qualification experience with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience in Mental Health with postgraduate nursing qualifications relevant to the field in which he/she is appointed, or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
2. Proven clinical leadership skills and an ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary framework with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in practice.
3. Demonstrated advanced skills in mental health assessment and treatment including individual and family interventions and demonstrated understanding of the contemporary theory and direction of youth mental health, particularly early intervention.
4. Proven ability to implement changes and develop direction in clinical practice by the utilisation of evidence based research.
5. Demonstrated skills in strategic and clinical service planning including an understanding of organisational behaviour, change management and cultural change processes.
6. Demonstrated skills in clinical teaching, competency in the use of contemporary information systems and experience in the development of specialty education programs.
7. Current NSW Driver’s Licence with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected] and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information for applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website