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SalaryDischarge Coordinator - Mental Health
Opportunity for Occupational Therapist Grade 3, Clinical Psychologist Grade 3, Social Worker Grade 3 or Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 4
- Great team, respectful culture & supportive management
- Three new and exciting roles available
- Positions located at Box Hill and Ringwood East
- Attractive salary + super + monthly ADO
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, Mental Health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
We are seeking Discharge Coordinators to join our team in providing a highly responsive and flexible service to support consumers on their recovery journey . The roles will supporting acute inpatient units with expert advice and guidance to support care planning and decision making in order to engage the most appropriate ongoing community service supports for consumers following inpatient care. The Discharge Coordinator plays an essential role in the team's ability to provide high quality services within a recovery oriented framework. If you are keen to provide responsive, flexible and professional planning advice, linkage and support to consumers, carers and service providers, then this is the role for you.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Relevant registration for your discipline/Current registration with AHPRA or eligible for membership of AASW
- Sound theoretical knowledge of clinical assessment and interventions in Mental Health.
- Extensive knowledge of community Mental Health care and support services
- Demonstrated commitment to and ability to practice utilising the recovery approach in Mental Health treatment and support
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication, IT and organisational skills
- Highly developed interpersonal, negotiation skills and leadership experience
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
