Location: North East Region | Albury/Wodonga
Job type: Full Time - Fixed Term
Occupation: Medical and Nursing
Reference: 700
Closing Date: 20/11/2024
Multiple fixed term and permanent positions available$20,000 relocation incentive program (RWAV) for those that meet the criteriaInclusive workplace cultureThe Mental Health Clinician Gr 2 will be a valued member of the Infant Child Youth Mental Health Wellbeing Service to undertake a full range of clinical casework and other therapeutic interventions in collaboration with peers within AWH ICY-AMHWS, including formal assessments, individual and family system work. We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.
Unencumbered registration with APHRA for Nursing, Occupational Therapist, Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist Registrar or eligibility and willingness to enter into a PBA Registrar Program. Eligibility for membership with AASW for Social Work.Nurses will hold a post graduate qualification in Mental health Nursing or specialist post basic course of training which led to registration as a Div3 nurse. Experience and demonstrated ability to work as a health professional within a multidisciplinary team providing a range of child, youth and family therapeutic interventions.Minimum 2 years clinical experienceKnowledge of recovery models and trauma informed practice.Knowledge of Brief Intervention Models, Eating Disorder treatment and Single Session work would be a distinct advantage.Employment Type: We have multiple positions available, fixed term and permanent, working at our Wangaratta or Wodonga sites.
Further details: We encourage you to reach out to Winnie McCulloch at for further details and a confidential discussion or view the Position Description here.
About Mental Health Services at Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is established in the twin cities of Albury and Wodonga, between Sydney and Melbourne. Our dedicated team of nearly 3,000 staff supports a population of 250,000 people throughout North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses, and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, community, mental health, allied health and sub-acute services.
AWH is an Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, providing mental health treatment, care and support, including delivering Alcohol and Other Drugs services. We deliver 10 specialised community-based programs, along with three acute care services and three facilities dedicated to recovery and rehabilitation. We also provide services supporting families coping with parental mental illness and facilitating connections to carer consultants.
Our Mental Health and Wellbeing teams comprise mental health clinicians with a background in nursing, occupational therapy, social work and psychology, all of whom have experience in helping people through a range of therapies. The diversity of our service provides a range of experiences for our team and will assist you in expanding and embedding your clinical practice skills.
What awaits you at AWH?We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
We also offer relocation support to assist with securing local housing, arranging childcare/education, seeking employment opportunities for partners, establishing social connections, and seamlessly integrating into the Albury Wodonga community during your transition.
Relocating to the region? Albury Wodonga Health has access to the Regional Mental Health Workforce Incentive program. The Incentive program was designed by the Department of Health to support the attraction, relocation, and retention of mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) workers to priority positions area mental health and wellbeing services across rural and regional Victoria.
Candidates relocating may be eligible for grants of up to $20,000 to cover expenses such as removalist, travel fees, accommodation costs, school fees, etc. For a more detailed understanding of the incentive program, visit the Rural Workforce Agency (RWAV).
Mental Health Navigator At Albury Wodonga Health, we understand that moving is challenging, whether it be locally or internationally, so our Mental Health Workforce Navigator is available to support new staff to relocate, settle and integrate into the local community. For more information, contact our Mental Health Navigator on or via our website: awh.org.au.
Are you ready to become part of our team?To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.
Important Notice: All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status. Join our Talent CommunityNot the right role for you? Let us know what you're seeking. We'd love you to join our Talent Community so our team can connect with you about other opportunities. To register your details, click Join our Team.
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