Mental Health Clinician

Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network - WhyallaFull/Part Time | OngoingBase Salary Range:RN/M2C | $84,870 - $107,240 p.aRN/M1 | $72,651 - $99,129 p.aAHP1/2 | $68,478 - $102,240 p.aIn addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging). The classification RN/M may also be eligible for Zone Allowance and once off Incidental Payment (conditions apply), and Professional Development Allowance.About Us:The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You'll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHNWant to discover more:Come and Discover FUNLHN!FUNLHN Information Page.pdfSite and Service:Community Mental Health TeamThe Community Mental Health Teams are located at both Port Augusta and Whyalla, providing specialised one-to-one counselling, group work, care coordination and health promotional activities to promote mental, emotional, physical, and social health and wellbeing. Workers provide information, education, counselling and support to adults, families and carers whose lives are affected by mental health issues. There are also specialist youth mental health clinicians based in the region and access to specialist older persons mental health services.About Whyalla.pdfRelocation and Accommodation Assistance:Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2024. Further details regarding this can be found hereAccommodation support may be available - conditions applyAHP Support and Training:Supervision - as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision FrameworkAccess to Professional Development fundingSupport with transitioning into professional practice (AHP1) - through the Mental Health Allied Health Professional Practice ProgramScholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU AustraliaAccess to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health PractitionersLinks with Rural and Remote Mental Health Services - for useful resources and professional support and/or Clinical GovernanceAbout the Role:Looking for a change in scenery? - NursingLooking for a change in scenery? - Allied HealthLearn more about ourAllied HealthworkforceAbout you:RN/M2CRegistered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.Must hold a relevant postgraduate qualification in Mental Health practice.RN/M1Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.Be enrolled and/or willing to enrol in further postgraduate studies within Mental Health practice.AHP1/2Occupational TherapistMust hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and as a regulated profession be eligible for registration as an occupational therapist in Australia.AHP1: Must hold a recognised four-year qualification within the Psychology profession and be eligible to hold provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. For the duration of employment, the Provisional Psychologist must work toward full registration under an arrangement approved by the Board, such as a Clinical Master's degree or a Psychology Internship and must comply with all Psychology Board requirements including those relating to clinical supervision and restrictions on practice.AHP2: Must hold general registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. This normally requires at least an Honours Degree in Psychology and subsequent completion of 2 years of Board approved supervision and training as a Provisional Psychologist, either by completion of an approved Psychology postgraduate degree or in a Board approved psychology internship, or an equivalent qualification as determined by the Psychology Board of Australia.Clinical endorsement with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or eligible and willing to participate in AHPRA Clinical Psychology Registrar Program is desirable.Social WorkerMust hold a recognised qualification within the Social Work profession and be eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Must have participated on ongoing professional development in line with AASW guidelines.Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.SA Health Services are required to implement theAddressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Job Ref: 879922Want To Know More?Contact:Jo-anne Drummond - Manager, 0455 079 ***, ****** Closing Date: Friday 22nd November 2024 - 11.55PMAttachments:879922 RN/M2C Role Description.pdf879922 RN/M1 Role Description.pdf879922 AHP1/2 Occupational Therapist Role Descriptions.pdf879922 AHP1/2 Psychologist Role Descriptions.pdf879922 AHP1/2 Social Worker Role Descriptions.pdf Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. 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