Mental Health Clinician Kempsey Mental Health Acute Care Team
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ529317 Requisition #
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Position Classification: Mental Health Professionals
Remuneration: 108595 - 112114
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ529317
Advertising Closes 2 December 2024
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
What you'll be doing
Provide triage, assessment, intervention and response to meet the Mental Health needs of person in the community, the community sector and primary care partners when they encounter mental health problems.
To work collaboratively with other service providers/agencies to promote assertive and timely service delivery for clients in the provision of holistic evidence based care in accordance to MNCLHD and Ministry of Health policies and directive.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@nsw.health.gov.au or 0487 971 741.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
- Current Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; or Bachelor of Social Work and eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers; or Current Registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia. Must hold as a minimum a bachelor's degree in counselling or a related field; or must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field i.e. Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health)
- Demonstrated competency to provide contemporary specialist mental health care, crisis assessment, care management, consultation and liaison services.
- Understanding of and commitment to recovery orientated service provision.
- Demonstrated ability/skills to work effectively and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, including key stakeholders.
- Demonstrated effective work practices including time management, written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge, skills and abilities in the assessment and management of people presenting with complex mental health needs, using evidence based approaches.
- Current drivers licence and willingness to travel for work purposes.
- Competency in skills in computer use and competency to use NSW Health systems.
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Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Gralton on Elizabeth.Gralton@health.nsw.gov.au
