Clinical and Therapeutic Mental Health Clinician
improving mental health outcomes for the local Aboriginal community
Summary about this job
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Company: Ballarat & District Aboriginal Co-operative
Location: Ballarat & Central Highlands
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $35 - $44.99 per hour
Phone: +61-3-4582-1600
Fax: +61-3-3484-8863
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Detail information about job Clinical and Therapeutic Mental Health Clinician. Terms and conditions vacancy
Clinical and Therapeutic Mental Health Clinician
The role of the Clinical and Therapeutic Mental Health Clinician is to provide comprehensive mental health services within the context of a primary healthcare setting & as part of a larger team whose focus is on improving health outcomes for the local Aboriginal community & others who use the service. The role will involve developing reporting mechanisms, based on early identification of developing or existing mental health issues. This will result in early intervention where a comprehensive mental health assessment will occur, to determine the needed response.
The role of the Clinical and Therapeutic Mental Health Clinician will provide ongoing management of clients to ensure that they are provided with appropriate supports to improve not only their mental health but all aspects of their life.
Applications Close Wednesday 18th July 2018
All applications are required to provide a cover letter and resume/CV addressing the selection criteria (see below). For position information please contact Stacey Gafa -Personal Assistant to the Director of HR & Governance (03) 5331 5344
Key Selection Criteria:
- Minimum post graduate qualification in mental health nursing, Occupational Therapy, social work and/or psychology. Current National Registration through AHPRA or equivalent professional membership.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the Mental Health or Family Services Sector.
- Must have relevant knowledge and skill in the delivery of evidence-based and best practice for clients presenting with a broad range of mental illness, emotional distress, alcohol and other drug issues.
- Must have highly developed communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, colleagues and other health service providers.
- Demonstrates knowledge of relevant legislation, including Mental Health Act, policies governing practice standards, including the National Standards for Mental Health Services & the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce (2002).
- Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team that is flexible and creative. Be willing to work alongside clients and family, be non-judgmental and display a culturally sensitive and safe attitude.
- Ability to utilise analytical skills and strong computer skills to routinely develop & review mental health care plans
- Has a sound knowledge of OH&S policies and standards of practise.