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Program: Mental Health Services
Department: Community Team Maribyrnong
Enterprise Agreement: Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise
Job Function: Mental Health
Role Summary:
- Location: Maribyrnong Community Team/Saltwater Clinic
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
- Salary: Mental Health Professional Grade 3 (RPN, OT or SW), or Grade 2 Psychologist + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the Role:
Western Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is recruiting aCommunity Mental Health Case Management clinician role.
Are you an experienced mental health clinician looking for a dynamic role where no two days are the same?
Western Health is seeking passionate and recovery-focused Case Manager foran allocatedcaseload of consumers with complex mental health needs. Clinicians deliver recovery-oriented, person-centred care through assessment, care planning,interventionand coordination of services. The role works collaboratively with families, carers, the multidisciplinaryteamand external providers to support safety,wellbeingand community participation.Cliniciansare responsible formaintainingtimelydocumentation, monitoring clinicalriskand applying the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 in daily practice.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Clinician within Case Management, you will:
- Motivated and compassionate mental health clinician with sound clinical judgement.
- Confident working in fast-paced community settings and responding to acute mental health distress.
- Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team while taking responsibility for an allocated caseload.
- Works autonomously within scope of practice and appropriately seeks guidance or escalates concerns.
- Communicates clearly and respectfully with consumers, families, carers and service partners.
- Builds therapeutic relationships and provides person-centred, recovery-focused care.
- Demonstrates reliability, accountability and effective care coordination.
- Values reflective practice, ongoing learning and positive team culture.
About You:
You are a confident and compassionate clinician who:
- Is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with AHPRA registration.
- Has experience working in public mental health.
- Demonstrates sound clinical judgement and risk assessment skills.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and adapts to changing priorities.
- Values teamwork, collaboration and recovery-oriented care.
- Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Holds a current Victorian Driver Licence.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
About Western Health
Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.
More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.
Whyjoinus?
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.
Learning and Development
- Accesspersonalisedpathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
- Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.
Community Impact and Inclusion
- Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
- Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.
Organisational Culture and Environment
- Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Ready tomake animpact?
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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Contact Details:
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