Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Community Mental Health (MH) TeamLocation based in Port PirieSalary: $88,225 - $102,240 p.a.
- Ongoing Full Time - AHP2 Join Our Dynamic Mental Health Team at Yorke and Northern Local Health Network!Are you a passionate Mental Health Clinician looking to make a real difference in the lives of adults in our regional hospitals and communities?
We invite you to join our supportive and vibrant team as a Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker.At YNLHN, our Mental Health Clinicians pride themselves on their nonjudgmental approach, recognising the importance of privilege and power in our practice.
We are committed to anti-oppressive practices that emphasise cultural sensitivity and inclusivity.Our focus is on building solutions and empowering our clients to achieve their goals.
We strive to enhance the autonomy of adult clients while honouring their individual values and unique experiences.In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work with a clinically diverse caseload across the adult lifespan, helping to foster resilience and well-being.
Please note, this position is dedicated to adult clients only.If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in mental health, we'd love to hear from you!EligibilityOccupational Therapists must: hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and as a regulated profession be eligible for registration as an occupational therapist within Australia.
Social Worker must: hold a recognised qualification within the Social Work profession and be eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).participate in ongoing professional development in line with AASW guidelines.be able to demonstrate AHP2 level competencies for appointment at this level.
Psychologist applicants must: hold general registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
This normally requires at least an Honours Degree in Psychology and subsequent completion of 2 years of Board approved supervision and training as a Provisional Psychologist, either by completion of an approved Psychology postgraduate degree or in a Board approved psychology internship, or an equivalent qualification as determined by the Psychology Board of Australia.
Clinical endorsement with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or eligible and willing to participate in AHPRA Clinical Psychology Registrar Program is desirable.
About YNLHNSet against a dramatic backdrop of the Southern Flinders Ranges on the shores of Spencer Gulf lies Port Pirie.
This historic seaport town is home to beautiful heritage buildings, fascinating industrial history and a blossoming cultural precinct.
The Mid North region is renowned for its superb rural panoramas, culturally unique townships and is South Australia's gateway to the outback and Southern Flinders Ranges.
The area is made up of ancient and dramatic landscapes, peaceful tree lined gorges and a wealth of native wildlife.
This is a place to explore fishing, outback camping, bush walking, four-wheel driving, cycling, photography and much more.Port Pirie has the largest case-mix funded health service in the YNLHN and provides outreach to 8 regional sites including Port Broughton, Crystal Brook, Gladstone, Jamestown, Laura, Booleroo, Orroroo and Peterborough (max 1.5hrs drive from Pirie).A career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career, not to mention your choice of scenery from farm, ocean, vineyards and the Southern Flinders ranges.
View the below videos for more information about working for Yorke and Northern Local Health Network Important InformationIn addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is .
For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found .The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements: DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g.
aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job ref: 846481.EnquiriesName: Kylie BackshallTitle: Mental Health Team LeaderPhone: (08) 8638 4721E-mail: Application Closing DateTuesday, 12 November 2024 - 11.55PMAttachments