About the role
This position provides high level consultation, advice, support and leadership to the Prison Mental Health Service (PMHS) multidisciplinary team working with people in custody who have or are suspected of having a mental illness. The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, ongoing development, review and quality improvement of the mental health services provided by the PMHS team within the correctional environment.
The Clinical Coordinator will also provide direct clinical care, including triage of referrals, assessment, discharge planning and brief interventions, to people referred to the service. In addition, this position is expected to establish, foster and maintain relationships with a range of government and non-government agencies, including the Prison Health Service (PHS) and Queensland Corrective Services in the ongoing care and treatment of persons with a mental illness.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link – Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme
About you
For the specific requirements of the role, please refer to the relevant Role Descriptions.
Clinical Coordinator HP5 - $124,435 - $133,901 per annum
Clinical Nurse Coordinator NG7 - $132,562 - $143,924 per annum
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.