Job Title: Senior Emergency Mental Health Clinician
Colac Area Health is a part of Barwon Health, one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia.
We provide care at all stages of life and circumstance, serving more than 500,000 people through the efforts of over 9,000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites.
Our services cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care.
We are committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
The Role
This is an opportunity for a motivated and skilled clinician to join our Emergency Department as a Senior Emergency Mental Health Clinician.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality mental health care to consumers presenting to the emergency department.
This includes providing timely and effective mental health assessments, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, and demonstrating sound clinical knowledge and excellent clinical skills.
Key Requirements
* Formal professionally recognised qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Clinical Psychology, including full registration with AHPRA for relevant disciplines.
* Excellent time management, communication and interpersonal skills.
* Sound clinical knowledge and excellent clinical skills.
About Us
At Colac Area Health, we promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace.
We foster an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, and we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing.