Manager - Access Team

Job Title:Manager - Access TeamEmployment Type: Permanent Part Time
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About GV Health – Mental Health Services:
Our skilled and committed team of Mental Health professionals provide an innovative range of services for individuals suffering from, or at risk of, serious mental health problems requiring short and long-term treatment and support. Our comprehensive service is offered across the municipalities of Mitchell, Murrindindi, Strathbogie, Greater Shepparton and Moira regions.
Our multidisciplinary professionals are from an array of backgrounds and disciplines and work across a range of settings and services including:
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About the role
The Mental Health Access Team Manager reports to the Director of Nursing and Operations GV Health Mental Health & Wellbeing and will be responsible for the operational and clinical management of the GV Health Mental Health Triage, GV Health PACER, GV Health Acute Response and the GV Health Mental Health Nurse located at the Greater Shepparton, Strathbogie and Moira Adult and Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Local.
The Mental Health Access Team Manager is critical in overseeing the quality Mental Health Service for people who require acute assessment and care from GV Area Mental Health & Wellbeing Services both in the community and GV Health Emergency Department setting. This position is pivotal in supporting the development of successful relationships between acute mental health services, consumers and their families ensuring appropriate and timely access to mental health treatment, care and support.
Providing senior level clinical support, professional supervision and operational management for multi-disciplinary mental health clinicians is key function of this role. Other key responsibilities include monitoring and reporting on the Mental Health Access team service activity and ensure the Mental Health Service is delivered within the parameters and principles of the Victorian Mental Health and Wellbeing Act (2022) and relevant legislation.
What we offer:
Relocating? We have a Mental Health Workforce Navigator available to help assist you in your move to Greater Shepparton
Up to $20,000 incentive payment appliesfor eligible successful candidates Be reimbursed, for rent, childcare, school fees, relocation costs and more Enjoy the charm of a relaxed country lifestyle, just an easy 2-hour commute to Melbourne, Victoria Easy living with amenities to suit all lifestyles, in a diverse and vibrant culture – Greater Shepparton has it all. The Victorian Government has allocated funds to support rural and regional Area Mental Health Services (AMHS) to provide incentives to attract workers to roles that are difficult to fill.
The regional mental health workforce incentive grants will support the attraction, recruitment, and retention of new workers to priority positions across state funded mental health services in rural and regional Victoria.
This role has been identified as being eligible for an incentive payment of up to $20,000.*Eligibility criteria applies in order to be successful for this financial incentive, ****** any questions
The new workforce relocation and incentive grants program is being administered by Rural Agency Workforce Victoria (RWAV).
We are looking for:
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist. Registered Psychiatric Nurses must: have postgraduate qualifications or equivalent in Mental Health Occupational Therapists must: be eligible for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia Psychologists must: be eligible to be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia in accordance with the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Victoria) Act 2009 Social Workers must: be eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) A minimum of 5 years clinical experience post obtainment of relevant qualification. Demonstrated ability to provide clinical consultation and education to other service providers. Excellent leadership skills to ensure a positive culture is maintain within the teams Demonstrated ability in conflict resolution strategies. If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria' Why work at GV Health?
Generoussalary packaging, subsidisedstaff parking and discounted leisure memberships
Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance Paid parental leave Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children. Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.
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