Company

Albury Wodonga Health VicSee more

addressAddressWodonga, VIC
CategorySocial Care

Job description

  • Join our supportive multidisciplinary team of experienced Mental Health clinicians 
  • Comprehensive Learning and Growth Opportunities
  • Albury Wodonga's lifestyle is one you can afford to enjoy!

About Mental Health Services at Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is established in the twin cities of Albury and Wodonga, between Sydney and Melbourne. Our dedicated team of nearly 3,000 staff supports a population of 250,000 people throughout North-East Victoria and Southern NSW.  Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses, and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, community, Mental Health, allied health and sub-acute services.

AWH is an Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, providing Mental Health treatment, care and support, including delivering Alcohol and Other Drugs services. We deliver 10 specialised community-based programs, along with three acute care services and three facilities dedicated to recovery and rehabilitation. We also provide services supporting families coping with parental mental illness and facilitating connections to carer consultants.

Our Mental Health and Wellbeing teams comprise Mental Health clinicians with a background in nursing, occupational therapy, social work and clinical psychology, all of whom have experience in helping people through a range of therapies. The diversity of our service provides a range of experiences for our team and will assist you in expanding and embedding your clinical practice skills.

About the Role

This Clinical Lead position is part of the ACMHS Team and is responsible for the provision of a high standard of clinical practice, assessment and intervention within the setting of a multidisciplinary team.  The incumbent is expected to actively contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of the services provided by the AWH ACMHS as a whole.  Additionally, the incumbent will provide the Albury CCT team with clinical guidance and support.  The position is based in a multidisciplinary Community Mental Health team with consultation, liaison and capacity building with other local services as an important role.  

The Adult Mental HealthClinical Lead will be a valued member of the Albury Continuing Care Team and will be required to:

  • Promote recovery as a service goal in interactions with individuals, groups and other organisations.
  • Ensure that provisions of the VIC and NSW Mental Health Acts and other relevant legislation, policies and procedures are applied to clinical practice.
  • Within the multidisciplinary team environment, undertake and contribute to a high standard of planning, development, implementation and review of clinical processes.
  • Pursue and participate in ongoing training and professional development activities to maintain and broaden clinical knowledge and expertise.

We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

  • Eligibility for registration with AHPRA or eligibility for practicing membership of the relevant professional association.

  • Commitment to and understanding of contemporary Mental Health service provision.

  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of programs, policies and staff development activities.

  • Sound knowledge of the Victorian and NSW Mental Health Acts and other relevant legislation and its application to clinical practice.

  • Demonstrated experience of working in a Community Mental Health service setting.

  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

  • Demonstrate ability to apply recovery orientated approach to clinical practice.

Employment Type: Permanent full time opportunity.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle.

We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

About Albury / Wodonga Region

Albury / Wodonga is located on the picturesque Murray River only 3 hours by road from Melbourne, with direct flights to Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, makes it a great location, with easy connections to Australia’s major cities. This stunning region offers affordable housing and a lower cost of living, cultural attractions, world standard wineries, gourmet eating, cycling, fishing, sporting activities and snow fields all at your doorstep.

Relocating to the region?

Albury Wodonga Health has access to the Regional Mental Health Workforce Incentive program. The Incentive program was designed by the Department of Health to support the attraction, relocation, and retention of Mental Health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) workers to priority positions area Mental Health and wellbeing services across rural and regional Victoria.

Candidates relocating may be eligible for grants of up to $20,000 to cover expenses such as removalist, travel fees, accommodation costs, school fees, etc. For a more detailed understanding of the incentive program, visit the Rural Workforce Agency Victoria (RWAV).

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Are you ready to become part of our team?

For more role-specific information, please refer to the attached Position Description. You are also encouraged to reach out to the person on the job advertisement for a confidential discussion. Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Ethical Practice. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as applications from people from different backgrounds, ages, ethnicity, culture, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, living and lived experience, neurodiverse, and  physical ability, as we acknowledge the value that diversity brings to our work environment.

Reasonable adjustments can be made during screening, recruitment and on the job.

Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status.

Not the right role for you? Let us know what you're seeking!

If you don't meet all the requirements of this role, please submit your details to AWH as you may be a great fit for another role.

Refer code: 2291197. Albury Wodonga Health Vic - The previous day - 2024-05-27 01:15

Albury Wodonga Health Vic

Wodonga, VIC
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