Mental Health Clinician

Position Title Mental Health Clinician
Employment Type Permanent Full Time
Location Carrington Road
Award Classification Dependent on qualifications
Hours (per fortnight) 80
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Mental Health Clinician
Box Hill Community Team, Infant, Child, & Youth Mental Health Service (ICYMHS)

• Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Clinical Psychologist, or Mental Health Nurse
• Grade 2 OT, SW, Clinical Psychologist, or RPN3.
• Box Hill Community Team
• Ongoing Full Time, 1.0 EFT.

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
Box Hill Community Team is part of the Infant, Child, and Youth Mental Health Service (ICYMHS). The Mental Health Clinician will provide Mental Health assessments, case management, and clinical interventions for children and young people, who present with Mental Health difficulties, and their families. The position is part of a multidisciplinary team that has access to ongoing professional development as well as regular clinical and professional supervision. We are a growing and dynamic team, who are dedicated to high quality care and supporting one another.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess

• Current professional registration with AHPRA or membership/eligibility for membership of the AASW.
• Ability to engage with, complete Mental Health assessments for, and deliver therapeutic interventions to with children and young people, within the context of their families, who are experiencing significant Mental Health difficulties.
• Highly developed skills in interpersonal communication and multi-disciplinary team work.
• A strong commitment to high quality, evidenced based Mental Health care for infants, children, young people, and their families.
• Some experience in the Mental Health sector.
• A desire to be innovate and creative in how clinical work is delivered,
• A strong commitment to high quality care.
• The ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to participate in regular clinical and professional supervision.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills, and enjoyment of continuous learning.

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 !

• 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 .
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.**
Contact Person LIA HUNTER
Contact Number (03) 9843 1200
Alternate Contact Person Nicky Harris
Alternate Contact Number (03) 9843 1200
Closing Date 11/03/2024
Position Description BHCT Grade 2 _2024.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.