About the role

The purpose of this position is to deliver contemporary clinical mental health services in the areas of assessment, intervention, treatment planning and evaluation for adults with severe and complex mental health needs within a community mental health setting in accordance with professional, ethical and National Mental Health standards and legislation.

• We encourage discipline specific practice through professional supervision & caseload allocation
• Work in a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team, which includes Admin, Medical, Nursing, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Clinical Assistants, First Nations Health Workers & Lived Experience Workers
• This is a community mental health position which offers to see people both out in the community and in our clinics
• Access to professional development support and opportunities including supervision, training, leave & higher education scholarships
• See below for Queensland Health pay and leave benefits

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link – Queensland Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme ) 

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Recognised knowledge and clinical skills in mental health as obtained through relevant tertiary education, with a demonstrated ability to translate and apply this knowledge to clinical service provision within the context of a multidisciplinary team. These services include the use of core discipline assessment and intervention skills, diagnostic and formulation skills, treatment planning and case management.
• Demonstrated ability to build, maintain and effectively manage professional relationships with consumers, carers and families, service providers and other health professionals, including the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to apply effective written and verbal communication skills to provide professional services and advice in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based care, recovery principals and in accordance with relevant prescribed professional and ethical standards.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in quality or service improvement activities under the clinical practice and / or professional supervision of a more experienced practitioner.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2016 and other relevant legislations.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16(PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus ) 

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.