Location: Melbourne | Northern MetropolitanJob type: Fixed term - Part timeOrganisation: Austin HealthOccupation: Medical and NursingReference: 2031Case Manager MSTS (Mobile Support and Treatment Service) - Fixed Term Full time - 1/1/2025 - 15/11/2026 - The position is to cover extended leave.Make an impact in supporting the mental health of patients, their families and carersHeidelberg location, with multiple public transport options availableCompetitive base + generous salary packaging + superAustin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide. We are world-renowned for our research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.About the Mental Health DivisionThe Mental Health Division provides mental health assessment and interventions for people experiencing mental illness, and their family and carers. Working from a recovery-oriented model, the Mental Health Division provides an array of hospital-based, community and specialist services for infants, children, young people, adults and aged people throughout Victoria.About the roleAs a Case Manager, you will work collaboratively with the MSTS Consultant Psychiatrist and the team to provide the highest level of clinical care to the consumers. The service operates between 8.00 am and 9.30 pm Monday to Friday and 8.30 am to 5.00 pm on weekends and public holidays. Case managers work on shifts over the course of the week.A regular day will see you:Undertaking assessment and case management of NEMSTS consumers and contribute to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment objectivesDeliver high standard quality care for a clinical caseload, as well as consultation and liaison with family and organisationsProviding assertive mobile outreach for consumers in their local communityMedication supervision to the consumers in the communityTogether with the Consultant Psychiatrist and Registrar and the consumers planning clinical interventions that are appropriate for consumer and making sure implementation is done to the high standardsProviding knowledge and skills, based on professional background, as part of a multidisciplinary team, consult with other mental health staff on specialist and community psychiatry mattersAbout youYou will be someone who has excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work both autonomously and as a part of the team. You'll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.You will also have:A thorough knowledge of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022Collaborative approach to work across a multi-disciplinary teamA flexible, innovative team-oriented approach to service deliveryA positive approach to change and diversityWorking at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodationA suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing programMentoring and career development opportunitiesOnsite childcare at the Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and discounted parkingWork with us!We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Priyanka Puri (Manager Intensive Rehab Services) at ****** in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
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