At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a supportive team to provide recovery-focused mental health care.
- Company: Be part of Albury Wodonga Health, the largest regional healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and a great work-life balance.
- Other info: Permanent full-time role with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community's mental health and wellbeing.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant qualifications and experience in mental health services.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Join a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to improving the mental health and wellbeing of people across the Wangaratta community. We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Clinician to join our Continuing Care Team in a permanent full-time position, providing recovery-oriented, person-centred care to consumers with complex mental health needs.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (80 hours per fortnight with ADO)
Location: Wangaratta, Victoria
Classification: Nursing, Allied Health or Clinical Psychology (classification dependent on profession and experience)
Salary Range: $1816.90 - $2394.20 per week - Competitive salary in accordance with the relevant Enterprise Agreement, plus superannuation and applicable allowances
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments.
- Develop, implement and review recovery-oriented care plans.
- Provide case management and care coordination for consumers with complex mental health needs.
- Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions and psychosocial support.
- Work collaboratively with consumers, families, carers and community service providers.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical reviews.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Promote consumer recovery, wellbeing and community participation.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and best-practice initiatives.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist, or eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Qualifications in Mental Health, including postgraduate qualifications, specialist undergraduate psychiatric training, or demonstrated progress towards completion.
- Experience working within mental health services, preferably in community mental health settings.
- Sound knowledge of recovery-oriented practice and contemporary mental health frameworks.
- Understanding of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 and relevant clinical standards and legislation.
- Well-developed assessment, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Why Join Us?
- Permanent full-time employment providing ongoing career stability.
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Salary packaging benefits available.
- Enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle with an excellent work-life balance.
For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Margot Franklin at margot.franklin@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.
Mental Health Clinician in Wangaratta employer: Victorian Government
The Victorian Government offers a supportive and inclusive work environment for Integration Aides and Literacy Intervention staff in the Melbourne Northern Suburbs, where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to meaningful educational outcomes. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the department fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, ensuring that all staff feel valued and empowered to make a difference in students' lives. Additionally, the ongoing nature of this role provides stability and the opportunity to develop essential skills in a dynamic educational setting.
