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Senior Mental Health Clinician (Casual) Acute Outreach Team Employment Type - Casual; Permanent Part Time; Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 0
Job Category - RPN4, OT3, SW3, PSY3
Gain satisfaction from the positive difference that our program makes Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment Career exposure within one of Victoria's largest regional healthcare services About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
MHDAS provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and drug & alcohol issues, and their families.
Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive. We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide for seamless integrated care for our clients.
About the role
As the successful applicant you will:
Have formal professionally recognised qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Clinical Psychology, including full registration with AHPRA for relevant disciplines. Must have experience in acute mental health and AOD assessment and treatment. Be able to demonstrate advanced level of clinical skills in the assessment and treatment of people with acute mental health and substance use disorders in a community setting. Have excellent time management, communication and interpersonal skills. Provide evidence based, high quality care to patients. Deliver consumer-centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Health requirements. About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.
Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction. A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career. Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650. We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Mental Health recruitment team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.
Contact person: Justine Maggs | Manager Community Acute Intervention Services | Outreach team & MHARS
Phone: 0448 823 693, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
Application closing date: Monday, 3 February 2025
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