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SalaryReference Number 183175
Position Title Senior Mental Health Clinician
Internal Only This position is open to employees of Barwon Health only
Employment Status Temporary Part Time
Program Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services
Location 131 Myers Street
Salary $0.00
Hours Per Fortnight 48
Position Summary
- Temporary Part Time - 48 hours per fortnight (parental leave relief)
- Provide crisis assessment, treatment and assertive support to individuals
- Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding
Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Services (MHDAS) provide integrated and recovery orientated Mental Health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, Mental Health and / or drug and alcohol issues, and their families.
The Acute Intervention Service's Community Outreach team is a 7 day a week service with two shifts (AM 0830–1700 / PM 1330–2200). The team is a tertiary level multidisciplinary and energetic Mental Health drug and alcohol team that work cohesively together. The team provides crisis assessments, treatment and assertive support for individuals aged 16-64 years with high acuity Mental Health and/or AOD needs using a brief intervention model of up to a maximum of a 28-day period.
About you
- Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
- Must have experience in acute Mental Health and AOD assessment and treatment
- Be able to demonstrate advanced level of clinical skills the assessment and treatment of people with acute Mental Health and substance use disorders in a community setting
We are seeking a highly motivated senior clinician to provide acute community assessment and treatment for people in the acute phase of their mental illness and/or alcohol and other drug (AOD) use. Additionally, you will demonstrate leadership in both the ongoing development of the acute intervention service and day-to-day operations of the team.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Mental Health Recruitment via email at
This role must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.
#Melbourne, Victoria
Selection Criteria Essential: Can you please list Barwon Health's values?
Essential: Can you please choose one of Barwon Health's values and describe a situation in the workplace where you have displayed this value?
Essential: Formal professionally recognised qualifications in Psychiatric Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Clinical Psychology
Essential: Previous experience working within a crisis Mental Health team
Essential: I agree, to commence employment, I am required to meet Barwon Health's immunisation requirements (including full Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination) set out in the Staff Immunisation Policy. I acknowledge that meeting this requirement is mandatory and a condition of employment subsequently offered.
Contact Person Justine Maggs
Contact Person Job Title Manager CAIS Outreach & MHARS
Contact Number 0448 823 693
Closing Date 11/03/2024
