Are you an experienced Mental Health Clinician looking for flexible, casual work? South West Healthcare is seeking a passionate and qualified Senior Mental Health Clinician to join our Referral Services team on a casual basis.In this casual role, you'll provide specialist mental health assessments, interventions, and consultations to clients presenting to our Emergency Department (ED). You'll play a key role in coordinating access to inpatient mental health beds, including arranging out-of-area options when local beds are unavailable, while ensuring compliance with the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022.You will work closely with Senior Clinicians, the ED team, Ambulance Victoria, and Victoria Police to deliver timely, compassionate care, especially for clients with complex or co-occurring needs.Position OverviewCasual Position - Covering ADO's and planned leaveClassification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 4, Occupational Therapist Grade 3, Social Worker Grade 3, or Psychologist Grade 3Salary Range: $62.26 - $78.38 per hour (inclusive of casual loading)What You BringWe are looking for qualified clinicians who are confident, collaborative, and ready to hit the ground running.You will need:Occupational Therapist: AHPRAH Registered with at least 7 years' experience in Mental HealthPsychologist: AHPRAH Registered with at least 7 years' experience in Mental HealthRegistered Psychiatric Nurse: AHPRA registered with at least 5 years' experience in mental healthSocial Worker: Eligibility for AASW membership and at least 7 years' experience in mental healthYou will also bring:Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsA collaborative, team-oriented approachConfidence working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environmentsWhat we offerExcellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributionsInternal and external professional development opportunitiesOngoing clinical supervisionA range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programsExcellent terms and conditions of employmentWho we areAs an organisation, SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.SWH respects all individuals and promotes equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio-economic status.SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, providing a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health, and aged services.With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000, Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.How to applySubmit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 11 May 2025.Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services EnterpriseAgreement 2020-2024 OR Medical Scientist, Pharmacist and Psychologist Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
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