Job Description

Clinician Level 2 – C2BMe | Illawarra region; Southeast NSW

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults through our Continuing to be Me (C2BMe) program.

Join Uniting’s C2BMe team and provide evidence-based mental health support to residents across aged care facilities throughout Illawarra region (Northern suburbs of Wollongong down to Kiama). As a Clinician Level 2, you’ll deliver person-centred clinical care, therapeutic interventions and recovery-focused support that promotes the mental health and wellbeing of older adults.

About the role

• Fixed-term contract for up to June 2027, with possibility of extension
• Part-time, 3 days per week, with preferred working days Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
• Outreach role: Work across aged care facilities in the region with some flexibility to work from home is available.
• Clinician Level 2 – $44.16 - $47.51 per hour + salary packaging + superannuation

This is an opportunity to work autonomously across a range of aged care settings, build meaningful relationships with older adults and care teams, and see the direct impact of your therapeutic work.

About the Program

C2BMe provides low- and medium-intensity mental health interventions to older adults living in residential aged care. Our recovery-oriented approach supports people to improve their mental health, wellbeing and quality of life through individual and group therapies

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide therapeutic intervention to older individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues.
• Conduct assessments, including bio-psychosocial and risk assessments, and track outcomes.
• Facilitate group therapy, such as art and reminiscing therapy.
• Attend regular clinical review meetings, group supervision (monthly), and operational supervision (every 6 weeks).
• Work autonomously, managing your own schedule and caseload.

What you need to succeed

• Tertiary degree or equivalent qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling.
• Registration with relevant professional bodies (APA, PACFA, ACA or AASW).
• 1-2 years’ experience in mental health intervention.
• A valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Ability to work autonomously and stay organised

Even Better

• Experience working in aged care facilities.
• Providing mental health support to older adults.

To learn more about the role, click here to view the Position Description

Benefits & Culture

• Salary packaging up to $18,500 per annum to increase your take-home pay
• 4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most
• 4 CPD Days per calendar year (pro-rata Part-time employees)
• U Rewards – exclusive discounts from leading retailers
• Fitness Passport — because your wellbeing matters too
• Be part of an established, passionate team committed to recovery-oriented practice
• Regular supervision, training, and ongoing professional development
• An opportunity to promote hope and recovery in people's lives every single day

Click here to learn more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting

Applications close: 11:55pm Sunday 11th October 2026; We'll be reviewing applications and interviewing throughout the advertising period.

For any enquiries,

Claudia Boiano, Service Manager – cboiano@uniting.org

Pallavi Bhatia, Talent Acquisition Specialist – pbhatia@uniting.org

Employment is subject to satisfactory background checks including National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and Reference Checks.

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.