Join to apply for the Senior Mental Health Clinician role at The Royal Children's Hospital.1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants.The HospitalThe Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.RCH is a key member of the Melbourne Children’s Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, and The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation.Founded in 1870, RCH has cared for Victoria’s children and young people for over 150 years. It offers a full range of paediatric and adolescent health services, including tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW, and beyond. The hospital employs over 6,000 staff, with a budget of $850M, 12 wards, and 350 beds. Annually, it handles over 300,000 specialist clinic appointments, 90,000 emergency presentations, and 20,000 elective surgeries.The RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards and enjoys high employee engagement, fostering a positive culture through our Compact. More information about RCH is available here.Senior Mental Health Clinician (Grade 3 allied health, Gr 4 nurse)Work for Australia’s leading Children’s HospitalOngoing training and development opportunitiesFlexible work options availableAbout The RoleThis is a permanent, part-time position at 0.2 EFT/15.2 hours per fortnight within RCH Mental Health. You will provide outreach infant mental health consultation to families in Melbourne, collaborating with Maternal and Child Health Nurses.Classification for this multidisciplinary position includes:Grade 3 Occupational Therapist (YB51-YB55; salary $101,598-$116,074)Grade 3 Psychologist (PL1-PL4; salary $108,280-$123,906)Grade 3 Social Worker (YC46-YC50; salary $101,598-$116,074)Grade 3 Speech Pathologist (YB51-YB55; salary $101,598-$116,074)Grade 4 Registered Psychiatric Nurse (NP75-NP77; salary $112,466-$121,113)What You’ll AchieveCollaborate with other professionals and organizationsBuild partnerships with healthcare and community providersCommunicate effectively with patients and families to ensure understanding and inclusion of their needs in care plansEssential Skills and ExperienceTertiary qualifications in a related field with relevant experienceProven leadership in a team environment and ability to work as a senior team memberDesirable SkillsExperience in leading, mentoring, and training othersPostgraduate qualification or ongoing postgraduate studiesMinimum 7 years’ experience in health or related fieldsIf interested, click here to view the position description.About The DepartmentThe Infant Mental Health Program, part of RCH Mental Health, offers recovery-focused interventions for infants, children, and adolescents with mental health difficulties. It operates as part of a statewide network providing services for young people up to 12 years in the community and up to 18 years in hospital settings. This role will focus on the Bubs in Mind program, providing outreach infant mental health consultation alongside Maternal and Child Health Nurses in Melbourne.What We OfferSalary Packaging to increase your take-home payFlexible work optionsOther RequirementsCurrent National Criminal Record Check or willingness to obtainValid Working with Children CheckCompliance with RCH immunization policies, including COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations, unless medically exemptApplication ProcessApply online with your resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills and experience. Shortlisting begins immediately, so prompt applications are encouraged. For more information, contact Dave Reid at 03 9345 5545 or dave.reid@rch.org.au.Why Work at RCH?RCH offers world-class facilities, a supportive environment, staff discounts, salary packaging, and a health and wellbeing program. We value diversity and inclusivity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, LGBTQI+ members, and people with disabilities.Employment requires vaccination against influenza annually and other diseases as per public health orders, unless medically exempt.Ready to join? Apply online by clicking the “Apply” button. Applications close on 1 May 2025.
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