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Form of workADULT ACCESS CLINICIAN
Opportunity for Occupational Therapist Grade 2; Psychologist Grade 2, Social Worker Grade 2, Registred Nurse Grade 3
- Permanent Full time/ Permanent Part time - multiple positions available
- Rostered position 2 shifts AM/PM. Night shifts required in Emergency departments
- Base in Forest Hill in conjunction with working out of either Box Hill ED or Angliss and Maroondah EDs
- Adult Access program provides crisis community services across the Outer Eastern Region oF Melbourne, along with a 24hr phone triage service, Mental Health Emergency Department response in the Box Hill, Maroondah and the Angliss Emergency departments, Ambulance Victoria teleprompt service and Mental Health and Police Response for the Eastern region
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
This position operates across the acute community outreach assessments and treatment (CATT) service, phone triage service (7.30 - 10.30pm) & Mental Health Emergency Department Response team (AM/PM/Night duty). It is a great opportunity to develop mental health assessment and treatment skills across a range of settings. The Access Program prioritises learning and growth and positions are well supported. Each clinician is rostered 2 non-direct clinical days per roster (full time staff - pro rata for part time staff). These days can be iutilised for training opportunities (formal/ informal), service development or research development.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Current registration with AHPRA or relevant professional body
- Experience in a range of mental health settings as per position description
- Post Graduate qualifications relevant to role
- Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
