About the role

Improve collaboration between government agencies, non-government organisations and private sector providers to assist in facilitating the delivery of a coordinated, multi-agency post disaster response to communities affected by Southeast Queensland rainfall and flooding. The position aims to improve community resilience via community outreach and the delivery of relevant information sessions, training programs and linkages for community agencies responding to people in distress post disaster.

About you

The successful applicant will carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health values:

• Responsible for delivering post disaster mental health recovery services through the application of advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and competency according to contemporary practice and standards of care. This includes engaging with community organisations to identify people who have experienced significant distress, are exhibiting early signs of stress-related disorders, and/or are at risk of developing mental health disorders.
• Responsible for providing consultancy to General Practitioners, non-government organisations, mental health services, consumers, carers, and staff relevant to post disaster mental health recovery, including facilitating access to relevant mental health services.
• Group program delivery for service providers and community members impacted by disaster events (e.g., skills for psychological recovery) to improve emotional resiliency and disaster related psychological preparedness for future events. This includes providing information about psychological recovery at community events and workshops.
• Liaison with key MNMH positions/teams and community services to facilitate a coordinated response for people requiring additional mental health support post disaster.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers ( https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

Job ad reference number: MH573071
Close date: Wednesday, 03 July 2024

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED