Clinical Leader, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service - Eurobodalla - Incentives OfferedSouthern NSW Local Health District – Wollongong NSW
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (contract until 26 August 2027)Location: EurobodallaPosition Classification: Dependent upon qualifications
Remuneration:
Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2: $128,030.55 to $130,582.08 per annumClinical Psychologist: $105,553 to $128,653 per annumOccupational Therapist Level 4: $117,544 - $120,393 per annumPsychologist: $74,742 - $109,397 per annumSenior Clinical Psychologist: $134,432 - $142,133 per annumSenior Psychologist: $115,175 - $124,803 per annumSocial Worker Level 4: $117,544 - $120,393 per annumWelfare Officer Level 4: $117,544 - $120,393 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ532903
Applications Close: 20 November 2024Interview 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 The Southern NSW Local Health District covers a large area of the southern half of NSW. Surrounding the ACT on three sides and all the way down to the Victorian border, it extends from the pristine beaches of the NSW South Coast, the farmlands of the Southern Tablelands, across the picturesque Great Dividing Range and the spectacular Snowy Mountains. We have 18 facilities and our hospitals take care of more than 200,000 people. As we are a major local employer, our staff are a part of our local communities.
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 workingThere 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. A happy mix of seaside village and cosmopolitan towns surrounded by forests and waterways. The Eurobodalla has an easy and relaxed charm, offers diverse and eclectic art, cultural and shopping experiences.
What you'll be doingThe 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 year's fulltime equivalent experience in the speciality 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 DiseasesThis 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 RightsPlease 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. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all age groups, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people who identify as neurodivergent.
Applicants can request reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact the hiring manager below should you require assistance.
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