Shepparton, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VICJob Title: GSSM Local Alcohol & Other Drugs Clinical NurseEmployment Type: Fixed Term Part Time ending June 2027Hours per Fortnight: 64Location: Community HealthAt Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.About the programThe Greater Shepparton, Strathbogie & Moira Adult and Older Adult Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (GSSM Local) service is delivered through a consortium comprising of Wellways (lead agency), Goulburn Valley Health, and APMHA HealthCare. The GSSM Local will operate 7 days a week, with extended operating hours to support a flexible and responsive service. The GSSM Local will provide easy to access, high quality assessment, treatment, care and support to people aged 26 years and over experiencing mental illness, psychological distress or drug and co-occurring substance use or addiction issues.About the roleThe GSSM Local Alcohol and Other Drug Registered Nurse will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team providing specialist alcohol and other drug nursing assessment, therapeutic intervention, care and support to people accessing the GSSM Local. They will be part of a team of mental health & wellbeing clinicians and lived experience staff who provide a "new front door" service to all adults seeking mental health and alcohol & other drug interventions and support within the Goulburn Valley area.We are looking for:Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse,Postgraduate Diploma (or higher) in Addiction Studies (or equivalent/related field) and have at least 5 years of experience as an RNExperience working in and knowledge of the Alcohol and other Drug sector with a broad understanding of relevant primary and community services.General understanding and working knowledge of the Mental Health & Wellbeing Act 2022.High level case management skills with demonstrated ability to engage people experiencing complex issues, with the ability to provide access and integrate specialist supports and develop community networks.Ability to effectively work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team as well as to work autonomously in a self-directed way, including the ability to work with initiative and appropriately with limited direction.Why work at GV Health?Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful communityGenerous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure membershipsFlexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balancePaid parental leaveProfessional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goalsA confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved onesSocial club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discountsOur CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition programGV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.
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