Clinical Leader, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service - Eurobodalla - Incentives Offered Southern NSW Local Health District – Batemans Bay NSW
Employment Type : Temporary Full Time (contract until 26 August 2027)
Location : Eurobodalla
Position Classification : Dependent upon qualifications
Remuneration :
Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2: $128,030.55 to $130,582.08 per annum Clinical Psychologist: $105,553 to $128,653 per annum Occupational Therapist Level 4: $117,544 - $120,393 per annum Psychologist: $74,742 - $109,397 per annum Senior Clinical Psychologist: $134,432 - $142,133 per annum Senior Psychologist: $115,175 - $124,803 per annum Social Worker Level 4: $117,544 - $120,393 per annum Welfare Officer Level 4: $117,544 - $120,393 per annum Hours Per Week : 38
Requisition ID : REQ532903
Applications Close : 20 November 2024
Interview Information : Scheduled within 10 days of closing
This position qualifies for the NSW Health Rural Incentive scheme with a value of up to $5,000
Southern NSW Local Health District covers a large area of the southern half of NSW.
We have 18 facilities and our hospitals take care of more than 200,000 people.
To find out more on what it is like to live and work in Southern NSW LHD click here – We are Southern.
What we offer
• Salary Packaging – up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing
• Corporate Health and Fitness program
• 11% Superannuation on top of your gross income
• Annual Leave Loading
Where you'll be working
There is an abundance of lifestyle benefits available to you in country NSW and you will be amazed at what you will have access to - and it all comes without the queues and crowds of a big city.
The Eurobodalla has an easy and relaxed charm, offers diverse and eclectic art, cultural and shopping experiences.
What you'll be doing
The Clinical Leader provides expert clinical services, clinical governance and support to a multidisciplinary team of mental health clinicians, for older people who are referred to the service with a mental illness, mental disorder or moderate-severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.
Selection Criteria
Tertiary qualifications and current registration with AHPRA for Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, OR Tertiary qualifications and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers for Social Workers OR Bachelor of Health Science Mental Health for Welfare Officers.
Demonstrated high level clinical and consultancy skills and knowledge of contemporary older persons mental health practice including successful post-graduation experience in the provision of mental health services.
For Registered Nurses at least 5 years full time equivalent postgraduate experience with postgraduate tertiary nursing qualifications in mental health with at least 3 years fulltime equivalent experience in the specialty field OR current enrolment in or commitment to enrol in an approved postgraduate course within the next 12 months.
Demonstrated understanding of the concept and principles of mental health for older people and demonstrated experience and skills using a collaborative, strengths based approach to the care of mental health consumers.
Proven ability to think critically, problem solve and make timely, sound clinical decisions whilst working autonomously.
Demonstrated expertise in clinical leadership and clinical supervision to mental health clinicians from all disciplines, upholding standards of clinical practice, and critically analyse, review and develop relevant policies and procedures.
Demonstrated understanding and application of the NSW Mental Health Act (2007).
Ability to communicate effectively and the capacity to engage and collaborate with consumers, their families and carers and/or other stakeholders, and a demonstrated high level proficiency in computer literacy.
Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain.
Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires.
This may involve driving long distances.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases
This is a Category 'A' position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.
OASV requirements also include proof of vaccination against influenza and is compulsory for NSW Staff that enter any Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) or who work in NSW Health owned and operated RACFs.
Australian Work Rights
Please note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia, or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa.
Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community it serves.
We strive to deliver responsive healthcare by fostering a workplace that values lived experience and celebrates diversity.
Our workplace is inclusive, respectful, collaborative and safe.
We warmly welcome people of diverse backgrounds to apply for a role at Southern.
Applicants can request reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please contact the hiring manager below should you require assistance.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Jennifer Hudson on ****** or phone: 0407 410 ***.
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