Aps 6 Clinical Program Manager

Salary Range: $93,976 - $106,713 + Attractive Superannuation
Contact Officer: Linda Hopkinson 0436 839 551 Linda.Hopkinson@dva.gov.au
The Clinical Program Manager (CPM) supports the Assistant Director (AD) by contributing to improvements in the quality, safety and distribution of clinical services across Open Arms. The primary role of the CPM is to provide clinical advice, professional development of clinical staff, and support the clinical leadership team. The CPM is responsible for daily management of clinical teams in the absence of the AD. The CPM assists the AD with client allocations, client assessments, case reviews and operational support to the clinical teams. In negotiation with the AD the CPM may hold a small counselling case load. Duties
Assist the AD with the hiring of new clinical staff including on-boarding and off-boarding. Provide mentoring of new staff and underperforming staff and advise the AD on issues impacting staff performance, health and wellbeing.
Apply independent professional judgement, based on valid and reliable evidence, to complex cases and contribute to the development and maintenance of best practice in mental health services. Provide advice to the AD and regional leadership team on the management of complex client issues.
Conduct auditing and risk assessments, and facilitate both individual and group case reviews.
Train staff in the implementation of new policies, procedures, and standards within the region. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical services to promote continuous improvement.
Develop professional relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and participate in meetings as directed.
Apply expert clinical knowledge to inform team training and professional development.
Act as the AD as required.
Hold a small counselling case load as negotiated with AD.
Apply the principles of cooperative and safe work practices consistent with APS Values and the Department’s mission, vision, approach and values.
Eligibility
Applicants must be an Australian citizen to apply.
Qualifications as a registered Psychologist / Mental Health Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration, OR
Qualification as a Social Worker eligible for membership of the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) and eligible to apply for Mental Health accreditation.
Notes
This recruitment process is being used to fill an ongoing position.
Where a non-ongoing position is offered, the role will be filled for an initial specified term of up to 12 months.
A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months.
Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.
DVA embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. We are dedicated and committed to attracting and recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and encourage applications from people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Take on a rewarding, varied, and broad career with an Australian Public Service Department that can bring balance and flexibility to your working life, while supporting you to stay connected to your community.
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RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
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