Mental Health Services Manager | Melbourne

Melbourne, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago
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An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen to become a Mental Health Services Manager at a private hospital in Melbourne.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESThis role will report to the Director of Nursing and will be responsible for managing and leading the mental health teams with direct reports including: Adult Mental Health Unit Managers, Early Parenting Unit Manager, Allied Health Manager, Intake coordinator, ECT and TMS coordinators. The role will give you the opportunity to provide stewardship, leadership and guidance to enhance the service delivery of all mental health services, to meet the needs and expectations of consumers, specialists and the community.The successful candidate would also lead and provide an excellent standard of evidence based and person-centered care to lead and provide safe, quality nursing care through comprehensive assessment, development of a plan, implementation and evaluation of outcomes in a timely and efficient manner. Advocates for and involves patients, their families and significant others to participate in care, goal setting and discharge planning.Alongside a focus on improving the experience the role has a focus on growth with the chance to align with strategic, operational and growth objectives to continue driving services. Build and maintain positive culture and engagement which prioritizes the experiences of people, patients and partners in providing exceptional care and enhance access to patients, families and carers needing mental health care.CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Current Registration with AHPRA;
Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/ Nursing or equivalent healthcare stream;
Meeting compliance requirements - Working with Children check, police check, serology and immunisation, workplace health and safety questionnaire;
Strong and comprehensive experience in mental health clinical care delivery;
History of leading clinical and operational teams in the delivery of mental health services;
Ability to oversee and succeed in applying performance management principle;
Accreditation and National Safety & Quality Healthcare Standards;
Privacy and confidentiality legislation for patients and staff;
Rostering principles and budgeting experience.

ABOUT THE FACILITYSituated in Melbourne, this hospital recently underwent a multi-million dollar refurbishment to expand our mental health services, improving access to care for more people. It offers a broad spectrum of healthcare services, covering surgical, medical, maternity, mental health, and early parenting care. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology in a world-class setting, the hospital is known for its diverse and friendly teams, placing a strong emphasis on achieving a healthy work/life balance. Ongoing expansion efforts include the addition of operating theatres, a Day Surgery Unit and surgical Ward, a Maternity ward with birthing suites, a special care nursery, an expanded Mental Health unit with 60 beds (including a 10-bed unit for older persons), increased support areas for mental health services, and a 7-bed Early Parenting Unit catering to families facing challenges with unsettled babies and parental mental health.APPLICATION PROCESSIf this aligns with what you're looking for, click "APPLY" to send in your application - attaching your most up-to-date CV. It is that easy! Alternatively, you can send your CV directly to info@ihrgroup.com.au.And if this particular role isn't quite right, be sure to explore the array of other openings on our website at www.ihrgroup.com.au.

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