Join to apply for the Clinical Nurse Manager role at Department of Justice.Salary: SRN4, $129,144 p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation (DCSNA)Position number: Pool Ref 231886Work type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Various Metro PrisonsClosing date: 2025-05-05 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)This recruitment pool will run for a period of twelve (12) months and may be used to fill ongoing permanent opportunities.Currently there are 2 permanent positions for immediate filling.About JusticeWhen you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.About The RoleThe Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drug (MHAOD) Branch of Offender Services Directorate delivers mental health and alcohol and other drug healthcare to some of the most vulnerable and high risk individuals in the State.As a key leader in the multidisciplinary team, the Clinical Nurse Manager MHAOD will ensure that the nursing teams and interacting areas meet the requirements for the delivery of a contemporary patient-centered service against the key indicators of recovery-focused program delivery, trauma-informed care, quality improvement, budget and human resource awareness. The position provides expert advice within their area of care and management to relevant internal and external stakeholders.The Clinical Nurse Manager MHAOD will be responsible for delivering an expanded specialty clinical practice role, which may include, but is not limited to the criteria outlined below:Knowledge within the specialised area of a secondary stream of MHAOD practice, with knowledge of care and management of dual diagnosis, that influences the outcomes of nursing both within the unit and external to the immediate area.Being a resource for other MHAOD nurses and other clinical and custodial staff, particularly as an adviser and mentor.Identifying education needs for contemporary mental health, alcohol and other drug service delivery.EligibilityTo be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector, you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.Successful Applicants MustHave current registration in the category of Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA).Be an authorized Mental Health Practitioner or be working towards it.Have a relevant post graduate qualification in mental health, alcohol and other drugs and/or extensive clinical experience in mental health and drug dependencies.Benefits And OpportunitiesFlexible working arrangements.Career pathway opportunities.Learning and development opportunity programs.Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.Relocation assistance/allowance available for applicants relocating from Interstate or New Zealand (if eligible).Application processPlease ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.We Require You To SubmitProvide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.A statement no more than three (3) pages, addressing the six (6) following Role Specific Criteria. Please provide examples to support your claims.Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to comply with the legislation and standards relevant to the care of people with mental illness.Demonstrated advanced skills in management of complex psychiatric conditions, mental state assessment, risk assessment, crisis intervention and case management practice.Demonstrated high level of communication skills.Demonstrated leadership skills.Demonstrated resource management skills.Skills and experience of working with culturally diverse clients.A copy of your current registration and qualification.Contact details of two work-related referees.Pool RecruitmentThis pool will be open for a period of twelve months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, full-time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.Equity and diversityThe Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.For further job-related informationIf you would like further information on this opportunity, please contact Ruth Paulley Coordinator of Nursing, Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs at ruth.paulley@justice.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.Submitting your applicationApplicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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