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Fixed term until 31 March 2026
This is a unique opportunity to be a Clinical Lead at Ballarat Community Health with a small case load and use your leadership skills to manage a small passionate team of mental health professionals.
About us:
Ballarat Community Health is a for-purpose, not-for-profit community health organisation providing a comprehensive range of primary health services required by the local community. We work to promote health and wellbeing, and provide quality and affordable healthcare to our community, with a commitment to the most vulnerable.
We have approximately 300 staff, with seven (7) locations across Ballarat and the Western Region. Our people and our deep sense of purpose are what makes BCH a great place to work.
About the role:
The Clinical Lead is a key leadership position within the Adult Mental Health team and is responsible for providing Clinical Leadership and direction to the community mental health team, ensuring that intake, allocation, and the day-to-day work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of participants.
This role contributes to the development of evidence-based, innovative community mental health services, and will provide clinical support and supervision to the team. The Clinical Lead will review and manage referrals, demand, and allocations.
What you will bring to the team:
- A tertiary qualification in Mental Health Social Work, Mental Health Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing, Clinical Psychology, or qualifications in community Mental Health support
- Minimum 2 years experience in a mental health or community service
- Demonstrated experience of working with clients with complex needs including psychosocial disability
- Experience in team development or leadership role is desirable.
Ballarat Community Health staff benefits
At Ballarat Community Health, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that values the well-being of both our clients and our staff. Joining our team means becoming a part of a passionate community dedicated to fostering positive change in the lives of those we serve.
Our staff benefits include:
Salary packaging - up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses and up to $2,650 meals and entertainment
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- Flexible working arrangement
- Access to employee wellness programs and discounts
- Social club
- Ballarat - Australia's most liveable regional city (RMIT 2020)
Our culture
Ballarat Community Health is a values driven organisation and you will thrive working in a culture that values respect, integrity, optimism, courage, resilience.
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated team who takes pride in providing high quality service. BCH provides a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and education in this specialist area.
How to apply
To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Monday, 1 April 2024.
For further enquiries about this role please contact Leanne Duggan, Manager Adult Mental Health, on telephone 0491767***
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, or you need a copy of this advertisement in an accessible format, please contact the People and Culture team via email at **********@bchc.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Ballarat Community Health, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person?s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
Be more than part of your community - be someone making a difference for people in your community. Apply now!
