Senior Mental Health Clinician

Ringwood, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

13 days ago

Senior Mental Health Clinician - ICYMHS Access Team

Permanent Full Time with monthly day off | Part time considered!
Opportunity for Grade 3 OT, Phsyio, Social Worker, Psychologist or Grade 4 RN
Fully supported learning & teaching programs in Mental Health!

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care and community health services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.About the roleThis is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an enhanced mental health service for infant, children and youth with a serious mental health illness (aged 0 - 25 years) and their families.The ICYMHS Access Team provides the entry point into the service for children, young people, and their families who are generally contacting mental health services for the first time. The Access Team also provides brief intervention via the Short Term Assessment & Treatment Clinic.We have a position for a Grade 3/RPN 4 Mental Health Clinician to join our skilled and enthusiastic team, located in vibrant Ringwood in a new, purpose-built mental health hub near Eastland and Ringwood Station. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a large team with great role variation and designated non-direct clinical days (NB: for nurses, social workers and occupational therapists only as part of award).The Senior Clinician role is varied and includes:

Managing and prioritising referrals for the ICYMHS community and specialist teams
Telephone and face-to-face assessments of young people presenting with acute and/or complex mental health concerns, including coverage of Box Hill Hospital Emergency Department during business hours
Short term intervention for young people and their families including Family Therapy with the reflective team
Primary and secondary consultations to other service providers
Providing supervision and support for junior clinicians in the Access Team

Benefits of the role include belonging to an experienced and supportive multi-disciplinary team, regular clinical supervision and regular professional development.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:Current Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy or Registered Psychiatric Nurse registration with AHPRA; for Social Work, eligibility for membership of AASWAt least five years clinical experience working with children or young peopleA strong commitment to high quality careThe ability to work as part of a diverse teamExcellent communication and organisational skillsHealthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the . Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

Mentor and Shadowing program
Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
Study and professional development leave
Friendly & supportive teams
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fitness Passport for work-life balance
Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
Access to Private Health Insurance offers
Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
Cafes at all of our Hospitals

Next StepsApply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.Good to know:

We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
Advertising may end before the closing date.
We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.Contact Person: Kristen NortheyContact Number: 0466956915Contact Email: kristen.northey@easternhealth.org.auJob Posting End Date: 21.9.25Need help submitting your application?Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)Our Values in Action:Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

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