At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver recovery-focused care to young people in a supportive mental health environment.
- Company: Join Victoria's newest public mental health service dedicated to youth.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, flexible work options, and access to wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse, inclusive workplace focused on continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on youth mental health while developing advanced clinical skills.
- Qualifications: Experienced RN with strong teamwork and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is Victoria's newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges. We exist to walk alongside young people, their families, carers, supporters and kin delivering care that is accessible, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived experience.
We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join our Transition to Specialty Practice Program, delivering high-quality, youth-focused care while progressing toward specialist mental health practice. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced RN eager to consolidate clinical expertise, specialise in youth mental health, and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of young people and their families, carers, and kin.
This is a fixed-term 18-month program, offering a structured course in the first six months—including clinical supervision, professional development, and hands-on practice—followed by enrolment in the postgraduate mental health nursing diploma. Participants will work in either the acute inpatient unit or Hospital in the Home and be supported by a collaborative multidisciplinary team, fostering growth, learning, and excellence in specialist mental health nursing practice.
Why Join PYMHWS?
- Be part of building a legacy for youth mental health in Victoria
- Work alongside passionate, visionary leaders in a values-led organisation
- Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 tax free earnings
- Flexible working arrangements including remote work options where possible
- Employee wellbeing focused, access to EAP
- Fitness Passport membership
- Flexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
About the Role
The Transition to Specialty Practice Nurse position at PYMHWS offers an 18-month supported pathway for experienced Registered Nurses to specialise in youth mental health nursing. The role is designed to consolidate clinical expertise and develop advanced skills in providing safe, recovery-oriented care to young people.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver safe, recovery-oriented, and person-centred care to young people in the inpatient unit or Hospital in the Home
- Apply and consolidate advanced mental health nursing knowledge and clinical skills in daily practice
- Participate in the 18-month Transition to Specialty Practice Program, including structured learning, clinical supervision, and professional development
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including clinicians and the lived experience workforce, to plan and implement care
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and best-practice mental health care
- Support young people and their families, carers, and kin in understanding and participating in care decisions
About You
- Strong clinical and recovery-focused skills, with the ability to apply learning in the inpatient unit or Hospital in the Home
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary environment
- Commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice, and professional development through the Transition to Specialty Practice Program
- Dedication to improving youth mental health services and delivering person-centred, recovery-oriented care to young people and their families
If you're looking to be part of something truly meaningful—we'd love to hear from you. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our People and Culture team if you're contacted for an interview.
PYMHWS stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.
Transition to Speciality Practice Mental Health – Registered Nurse in Melbourne employer: Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
At Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the mental health sector, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth. Our team enjoys generous benefits such as salary packaging, five weeks of annual leave, and access to ongoing training and development opportunities, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people in our community. Join us in shaping the future of youth mental health care in Victoria, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will help drive innovative practices in a collaborative environment.
Contact Details:
Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service Recruitment Team
