Mental Health Co-Responder (Clinical Nurse Consultant, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Psychologist), Queensland HealthThe Recovery and Partnerships team are seeking a skilled Mental Health Co-Responder to join their team, where you will play a pivotal role in providing immediate support.
The Co-Responder Model aims to effectively prevent and resolve mental health crises by fostering collaboration and understanding between Queensland Health and the QAS.
This model features a dual response team comprising a senior mental health clinician and a QAS officer, who work together to provide specialised mental health expertise in the community.
About us:The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services works in collaboration with the local hospitals, other mental health and alcohol and other drugs teams, as well as primary health, community, and private sector providers to reduce the symptoms of mental illness and facilitate recovery.
About the role:The Co-Responder Model is designed to effectively prevent and resolve mental health crises by fostering collaboration between Queensland Health and the QAS.
This model features a dual response team that includes a senior mental health clinician and a QAS officer, who work together to provide specialised mental health expertise in the community.
They conduct rapid assessments and interventions, ensuring timely access to care and information.
This combined approach ensures that individuals experiencing mental health issues receive appropriate support, whether through psychiatric assessment or, when necessary, transportation to a hospital for further evaluation.
About you: Mandatory qualification/s: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and / or registration with the appropriate registration authority, including any necessary endorsements, to be provided to the employing service prior to the commencement of duty.Social WorkOccupational TherapyPsychologyNursingWhat we offer:Salary information:Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 p.a.
is comprised of: An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingOther benefits include:Professional Development OpportunitiesEducation Opportunities – Study and ResearchWork-Life Balance, Variety and FlexibilityGenerous Salary SacrificingPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:To submit your application / expression of interest, please include: Your current CV or resume, including referees.A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and "How you will be Assessed" section of the Role Description.Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
Applications close: Sunday, 24 November 2024
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