Hospital Outreach Post-Suicidal Engagement (HOPE) Program Clinician Full Time (Part Time Considered) This role is classified as an RPN3, SW2, OT2 or Psych2 in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement. About the Role: The HOPE Program has been developed to provide assertive integrated aftercare for consumers experiencing a suicidal crisis. Tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, HOPE Clinicians work collaboratively with consumers to develop a shared understanding of how their experience of suicidality unfolds 'in terms of contributing psychological factors; situational triggers; cognitions; impulses; behaviours and emotions' (Jobes, 2012). Using a range of therapeutic approaches, HOPE clinicians will then work with consumers to identify & build coping strategies to help reduce their risk of suicidality. HOPE clinicians work with consumers, in conjunction with Wellbeing Support Workers, to help address their identified areas psychosocial needs.
About You: To be successful in this role, you will be a Qualified Registered Nurse; Social Worker; Occupational Therapist or Psychologist and hold a current registration and/or accreditation with the appropriate body.
You will also have:
Demonstrated knowledge, experience and expertise in the assessment, safety planning; treatment and support planning; and therapeutic interventions of consumers experiencing suicidality, Demonstrated experience in working with at-risk population groups including, but not limited to: ATSI; CALD; LGBTQIA+; Youth; Disability; Neurodivergence; Victims of Trauma, Ability to liaise; consult; and collaboratively work with Primary & Tertiary Mental Health Professionals; Community Support Service Providers; and a consumer's chosen support network in pursuit of achieving optimum outcomes, Commitment to client-centred; trauma-informed; culturally sensitive & recovery-oriented practices, Proven ability to liaise and consult with a broad range of Primary Health Professionals and psychosocial service providers in pursuit of achieving optimum outcomes for consumers, Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, Demonstrated organisation & time management skills; and the ability to attend to competing demands. How to Apply: All applications must be lodged online by clicking on the 'apply now' button.
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Further information can be obtained by contacting:
Zoe Blackie
Acting HOPE Manager
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Applications Close: 20th December 2024 at 9.00am AEDT
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