Permanent full time position (part-time will also be considered) Fitzroy location Ongoing training and development opportunities, Collaborative As..
Permanent full time position (part-time will also be considered)
Fitzroy location
Ongoing training and development opportunities, Collaborative Assessment and Management of suicidality (CAMS) Regular group supervision.
Friendly and supportive team environment
About the Role You as Senior Clinician will provide a high level of clinical expertise in relation to psychosocial interventions for consumers presenting with suicidal ideation, and associated behaviours. This group of consumers may present with multiple complex problems including co-morbid high prevalence disorders, associated social relationship issues, everyday living skill needs and Dual Diagnosis.
Participate within a frameworks providing triage, intake and care coordination for consumers presenting with suicidal behaviours and ideas.
Provide case management for up to 3 months linking into long term follow up services.
Provide clinical leadership to multidisciplinary staff members and actively contribute to clinical practice within the mental health service as a senior staff member.
Provide leadership and encourage a culture of active participation in professional development and ongoing learning opportunities including discipline specific training and research.
Participate on a 7 day roster system which includes weekend working and evenings (when required).
Classifications for this position will range from:
RPN Grade 4 NP75 - NP77 ($110,80 - $115,850 per annum pro rata)
OT/SW Grade 3 YB24 - YB27 or YC46 - YC49 ($99,606 - $119,324 per annum pro rata)
Psychologist Grade 3 PL1 - PL4 ($104,078 - $119,095 per annum pro rata)
Your Contribution
Certificate, Diploma or Degree (minimum) in Nursing which meets the registration requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, Division 1 or 3 and relevant postgraduate qualification
Masters Degree or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology recognised by the Australian Psychological Society
Bachelor of Social Work (B.SW). Eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy. Eligible for membership of Australian Association of Occupational Therapy
AHPRA Registration (if applicable)
A current Victorian driver's license
Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain
What We Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne's best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
About the Suicide Prevention (HOPE) Team The Hope teams aims to prevent relapse of consumers from suicide behaviours. This is a community based service providing outreach to both the consumer and their support networks. The team adopts a psychosocial approach to recovery using the CAMS framework. Caseloads are small due to the needs of this consumer group. The team has lived experience staff both Consumer and Carer Peer Support Workers. Working at St Vincent's St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Please click here to apply.
