Mental Health Clinician

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until May 2025 (with the possibility of an extension)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse, Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3, Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: Dependant on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ464505

Applications Close: 15th February 2024

Mental Health Clinician
Armidale Community Health Service

This is a Level 3 position. However, if there are no appropriate Level 3 applicants, applications from Level 1 and 2 will be considered. The selection criteria reflects the requirements for a Level 3 applicant. Responses from Level 1 or 2 applicants need to demonstrate their level of competence with regard to the same criteria and their ability to work towards Level 3. The expected performance of the incumbent will be commensurate with his/her years of experience and current level at commencement of appointment. The incumbent will work towards meeting the criteria for Level 3.

About the location:

• The Armidale region is home to breathtaking waterfalls, stunning gorges, world-heritage national parks, vineyards with a cool-climate charm, and a rich and diverse cultural heritage.
• Armidale boasts excellent public schools, a huge number of clubs and community groups, lots of cultural opportunities (especially music), affordable housing, lots of parkland, surrounded by national parks and an easy drive to the coast.
• Nestled amid some of Australia's most pastoral lands, Armidale is renowned for its bountiful fresh produce. Explore and acquire these delights at the monthly Armidale Farmers Market.

About the role:

• The Mental Health Clinician role is integral to the Tablelands Mental Health Service which comprises multidisciplinary teams that provide specialist Mental Health services to people and their families experiencing moderate to severe Mental Health issues.
• Our successful candidate will hold a degree qualification in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology and Social Work and will have experience as a Mental Health Clinician.
• You will support clients and their families and carers to ensure clinical interventions and service delivery processes are targeted and enable patients to make informed decisions in relation to their health needs.
• You will be supported in this position through an orientation program, supervision, mentorship, and excellent professional development opportunities which are highly encouraged within the service.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.

Requirements:
If you are qualified in any of the following disciplines, we would love to hear from you: 

• Registered Nurse
• Counsellor Level 3 - Graduates from the Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health (Djirruwang Program) may be appointed as Mental Health Clinicians.
• Occupational Therapist Level 3
• Psychologist
• Social Worker Level 3

Benefits:

• Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) 
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) 
• Superannuation contributions 11% 
• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.  
• Fitness Passport 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

About you:

Our ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Excellent assessment, critical thinking, and care planning skills
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build strong professional relationships with key stakeholders will be essential to your success in this role

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For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Rose on 02 6776 9*** or via ************@health.nsw.gov.au