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About us:

Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (CQMHAODS): provides specialist mental health, substance and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana areas (catchments in excess of a population of 250,000) with services located in each area.

Rockhampton is the principal service centre and as such provides the administration of the Mental Health Act, 2016, and is the location of the acute adult inpatient facilities.  In addition there is a Adult Step Up Step Down facility located in Gladstone and a Adult Community Care Unit located in Rockhampton.

The Adult Community Services Team is based in Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast and provides a service to consumers with complex mental illness in outpatient and home settings, through a range of community mental health interventions including assessment, case management, therapeutic treatment, support, consultations and referral for adults from the Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast regional area. The service works in collaboration with the adult mental health inpatient and acute care teams, and primary health, community and private sector providers to reduce symptoms of mental illness and facilitate recovery. 

About the role:

Provide consumer focused, evidence-based care at an advanced level through the use of contemporary skills, knowledge and experience under the supervision (direct or indirect) of a Registered Nurse/Midwife.

About you:

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Mandatory qualification/s: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an Enrolled Nurse (EN).
• Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements: While not mandatory, a relevant qualification, further studies and/or experience in Mental Health would be well regarded.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and the ability to apply that knowledge in a clinical setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member to achieve clinical and organisational goals.
• Awareness of and ability to apply and adhere to organisational policies, including policies relating to human resources, workplace health and safety and quality improvement.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $94,242 p.a. is comprised of:

• A hourly rate between $39.25 - $41.65 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health ( mailto:[email protected] ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4D561079

Applications close: Sunday, 12 May 2024