Mental Health Clinician - Infant and Child Mental Health and Wellbeing ServiceEmployment Type: Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight: 0
Job Category: RPN3, Occupational Therapist 2, Psychologist 2, Social Worker 2, Speech Pathologist 2
Great work/life balance with no night shifts and business working hoursProvide psychosocial assessment, treatment and consultation to young peopleMultiple opportunities available - Temporary & permanent part time/full timeAbout Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites.
About the facility The Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is responsible for delivery of specialist evidence-based mental health assessments and treatments to women in the perinatal period, infants, children, and young people up to 16 years.
About you Holds a formal qualification in Psychiatric Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Social Work or Clinical/Forensic/Neuro PsychologyExperienced clinical skills in the psychiatric assessment and treatment of infants, children and adolescents up to 16 years of ageAdvanced clinical decision-making skills regarding the management of risk in relation to young peopleAbout the role Work within the multidisciplinary CAMHS team providing psychosocial assessment, treatment and consultation to women and their families during the perinatal period, infants and young people to 16 years of age. Duties include:
Providing psychosocial infant, child and adolescent assessment involving the client, family and engaged agenciesEngaging and working with the infant/child/young person's family in both the assessment and treatment processWorking alongside agencies involved in the infant and child's care, providing consultation where requiredPrior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. About the culture You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace.
Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.Attractive salary packaging benefits.We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
This role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.
Phone: (03) 4215 8600, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
Application closing date: Thursday 6, February 2025
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