At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide tailored mental health support to individuals at risk of suicide.
- Company: Join Bendigo Health, a leader in regional healthcare with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Generous relocation support, sign-on incentive, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with excellent career development opportunities and a commitment to inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health care and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 124000 - 135000 $ per year.
We offer generous relocation support of up to $10,000 (international), $6,000 (interstate), or $3,000 (within Victoria) to help make your move to Bendigo seamless. Benefit from a $10,000 sign-on incentive, paid as $5,000 on commencement and $5,000 after 12 months of service. Build your future with Bendigo Health through permanent residency sponsorship pathways available after 12 months for eligible candidates.
The HOPE (Hospital Outreach Post-suicide Engagement) Program provides support for people at the point of hospital discharge who are identified as at-risk of suicide or those who express serious suicidal ideation. The aim of HOPE is to provide assertive, tailored and evidence-based clinical outreach and support alongside psychosocial support for a period of up to three months. The program will also provide support to the person's carers and families to identify and build the protective factors that help to reduce the risk of suicide and suicide attempts.
Working with Bendigo Health, we are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture. Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision to be a trusted regional healthcare service recognised for delivering exceptional care, being a great place to work, and being deeply connected to our community.
Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.
We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including:
- Staff health and wellbeing programs
- Career development and education opportunities
- Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program
If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the onboarding process.
Your New Division Strategy and Community Affairs includes Bendigo Health Fundraising & Foundation, Corporate Affairs, Governance and Strategy and Volunteer Services. All four teams work to advance the organisation's key priorities, values and vision. Areas of focus include internal and external communications, development of fundraising appeals, stakeholder liaison, management of the volunteer program, and coordination of governance and mandated reporting. Together, they promote the brand of Bendigo Health, supporting the entire organisation in their pursuit of Excellent Care. Every Person. Every Time.
Bendigo is one of Victoria's largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region's population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region.
Diversity and Inclusion: Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
We have zero tolerance for sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in our organisation.
Senior Mental Health Clinician employer: Bendigo Health
Bendigo Health is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With generous relocation support, a sign-on incentive, and pathways to permanent residency, we empower our staff to thrive in their careers while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that Bendigo has to offer. Our commitment to diversity, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive health programs ensures that every team member can contribute to our vision of Excellent Care, Every Person, Every Time.
