Address
Form of workDescription
Directorate
Canberra Health Services
Branch
Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol & Drug Services
Section
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services – Childhood Early Intervention Program
Position Number
60551
Position Title
Allied Health Assistant
Classification
Allied Health Assistant 3
Vacancy Type
Temporary Full-time
Vacancy Length
Nine months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
Location
The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT
Base Annual Salary
$69,915 - $73,346 (up to $77,593 depending on qualification level)
Contact Officer
Renae Nardi, Renae.Nardi@act.gov.au (02) 51241880
Closing Date
29 March 2023
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
POSITION OVERVIEW
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary, and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website: www.canberrahealthservices.act.gov.au
The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) sits within the Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol & Drug division of CHS. CAMHS provides assessment and treatment for children and young people up to the age of 18 years who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health issues.
The Childhood Early Intervention Program (CEIP) is a specialist team within CAMHS with a focus on mental health, emotional and behavioural well-being, and early intervention for primary school aged children. The CEIP is a multidisciplinary team that work in collaboration with the Education and Community Services Directorates to deliver early intervention support to the community. CEIP deliver psychoeducation, group-based and individual intervention and support to children and families within ACT primary schools. CEIP also provide mental health in-reach to the Child and Family Centres at which they are co-located through co-facilitation of specialised groups, seminars, wellbeing clinics and secondary consultation.
Under the supervision of the CEIP Allied Health Team and Manager the Allied Health Assistant will collaborate with various schools to develop and deliver services to ensure the consistent early detection, treatment, and prevention of emerging severe social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties in primary school aged children. All roles within CAMHS require the team member to undertake professional development and supervision, participate in quality initiatives and contribute to the multidisciplinary team processes. Additionally, any role in CAMHS is required to be available to work within all program areas of CAMHS, as service needs arise. The role involves participating in a team to produce quality mental health outcomes for the Canberra community.
DUTIES
Under limited direction of the CEIP Team Manager you will:
Support the implementation and delivery of an early intervention program for children and families/carers in the ACT.
Assist the Team of Allied Health Professionals to deliver early intervention group and individual based interventions and conduct assessments, as well as in the administration and scoring of assessment and outcome measures.
Take an active role in the preparation and setup of resources and materials for the program delivered by CEIP.
Work collaboratively as a multi-disciplinary team member participating in quality initiatives and contributions to the multidisciplinary team needs and processes.
Provide support to, and work in partnership with, CAMHS, ACT Primary Schools, Child and Family Centres and other relevant agencies.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and data collection.
Undertake supervision and professional development activities.
Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation
ABOUT YOU
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, or Questioning (LGBTIQ) are particularly encouraged to apply.
Behavioural Capabilities
Ability to work within a team as a collaborative team member alongside other stakeholders and as needed be flexible and adaptable to a changing environment.
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people, their families and/or carers.
Ability to respond to and prioritise competing demands in a calm and efficient manner while maintaining high work standards.
Ability to communicate effectively, including displaying empathy, respect, genuineness, and responsiveness in communication.
Good organisational and administrative skills.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
Relevant Certificate IV in Mental Health or Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent qualification).
Experience working with children and families.
A current Driver’s Licence.
The successful applicant may need to be available for occasional after-hours work.
CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.
Have an understanding of how the National Standards and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
Fulfil the responsibilities of this role as detailed in the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and all other related frameworks.
Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)
Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.
Note: This is a full-time temporary position for nine months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
An Order of Merit may be used to fill similar future vacancies within a 12-month period. Appointment to the position may be based on written application and referee reports only
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your curriculum vitae and experience:
Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, and between multiple service providers, accepting the direction and supervision of an allied health professional.
Demonstrated ability to assist in the preparation and delivery of group programs and therapeutic activities designed to meet the physical, emotional, social needs of children and their families experiencing mental health difficulties.
Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated by the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people including children and families, staff, and community organisations/key stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload appropriately, manage own work schedule and establish realistic timeframes for the completion of team tasks.
Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind
HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current curriculum vitae, and
- A response to the selection criteria under “What You Require” no more than two pages.
CHS Contact: Renae Nardi (02) 51241880 Renae.Nardi@act.gov.au
Job: Allied Health
Salary Range: 69,915.00 - 77,593.00
Contact Name: Renae Nardi
Contact Email: renae.nardi@act.gov.au
Closing Date: 29/Mar/2023, 7:59:00 AM
