If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the wellbeing of older adults in our community, we’d love to hear from you. Join South West Healthcare and be part of a team that’s making a real difference. Whether you're seeking a permanent role or a fixed-term opportunity, apply today and help us shape the future of mental health care in Warrnambool.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults? South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking dedicated and skilled clinicians to join our Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service. This is your chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly impact the mental health and wellbeing of older adults in our community.

 About the Role:

As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality mental health services. Your responsibilities will include direct clinical treatment to consumers, families, and carers, as well as short- and long-term case management. You'll conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based treatment interventions of the highest standard. Additionally, you'll provide outreach support to consumers in their own environments, residential care facilities, and other settings as indicated by clinical guidelines.

At SWH, our Clinicians work within a collaborative framework, ensuring regular communication and information flow between clinical staff, professionals, families, carers, and external stakeholders. This teamwork is vital to delivering comprehensive and coordinated care.

Position Overview:

• Permanent, Full-Time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO, or
• Fixed Term, Full-Time until October 2025 (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO.
• Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3, Occupational Therapy Grade 2, Psychology Grade 2 (or Provisional Grade 1), Social Worker Grade 2
• Salary Range: $88,030 - $104,811

Note: Part-time applicants will also be considered. Please indicate your preference in your application.

This position may eligible for an incentive payment covering rent, childcare, relocation costs, and more, as part of the new workforce and incentive grants program administered by Rural Agency Workforce Victoria (RWAV).

What You Bring:

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Psychologist with a strong background in mental health clinical services.

The ideal candidate will have:

Qualifications:

Nursing:

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse, with at least 2 years' experience in mental health services. Completion of a Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or a specialist undergraduate Mental Health Nursing program is desirable.

Allied Health:

• Occupational Therapy - Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA.
• Social Work - Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Psychology:

• • • Registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist.

Experience:

• • Demonstrated skills and broad experience in mental health clinical services, with a proven ability to work within a team-based multidisciplinary model. Experience in working with elderly consumers experiencing mental health difficulties or ongoing case management is advantageous.

 Skills:

• Expertise in triage, crisis, and comprehensive assessment/duty work or related activities.
• Knowledge of relevant mental health clinical techniques and interventions.
• A solid understanding of recovery-oriented practices and trauma-informed care as they apply to the role.
• Excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the initiative and proven ability to work both autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong judgment, decision-making abilities, organizational skills, and the capacity to work flexibly in a changing environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current mental health, guardianship & administration, and relevant aged care legislation.
• Proficiency in computer skills is essential.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions;
• Regional mental health workforce incentive grant;
• Internal and external professional development opportunities;
• Ongoing clinical supervision;
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs;
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment.

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday, 15 September 2024. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise

Agreement 2021-2024 or Victorian Public Health Sector (Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

 The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

 Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au