Forensic Mental Health Clinician - Senior (CNC, OT, Psych or SW)The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services works in collaboration with the local hospitals, other mental health and alcohol and other drugs teams to reduce the symptoms of mental illness and facilitate recovery.The Forensic Mental Health Clinician - Senior provides advanced clinical expertise for the treatment of consumers whose behaviours are causing harm or putting themselves or others at risk of harm through a risk-focussed consultation-liaison community forensic services model, with the focus on capacity building of other general mental health staff and Hospital and Health Services treating teams.This is a permanent opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Consultant, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist!Extensive experience working in a Mental Health specialty would be highly regarded.The Community Forensic Outreach Service, based in Brisbane and part of the Queensland Forensic Mental Health Service, plays a key role alongside other forensic program areas, local mental health services, and the criminal justice system in assisting in the facilitation of continuity of care and the assessment and management of risk issues, as well as treatment and intervention for problematic behaviours.About the role:Provide consultation-liaison assistance to Central Queensland and Central West Hospital and Health Service Mental Health Services and other relevant stakeholders in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing risk management of complex patients presenting with serious mental illnesses and violent and other concerning behaviours.About you:Mandatory qualification/s: The successful applicant must possess a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual nursing practicing certificate Division one is essential.Mandatory qualification/s: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and/or registration with the appropriate registration authority, including any necessary endorsements, to be provided to the employing service prior to the commencement of duty.Social WorkOccupational TherapyWhat we offer:Salary information:Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 p.a. is comprised of:An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingOther benefits include:Professional Development OpportunitiesEducation Opportunities – Study and ResearchWork-Life Balance, Variety and FlexibilityGenerous Salary SacrificingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To submit your application/expression of interest, please include:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and "How you will be Assessed" section of the Role Description.Include any additional forms/evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.#RockhamptonFurther informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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