* Situated at the foot of the Victorian Snowfields and in the picturesque Northeast Wine growing region of Victoria
* Northeast Victoria's lifestyle is one you can afford to enjoy
The Mental Health Nurse will be a valued member of the Continuing Care Team to undertake comprehensive mental status assessments and reviews of clients in our care. The clients recovery goals will be established in consultation with them and we will move forward as a Care team in supporting progress towards the achievement or modification of these goals within a case management framework.
Responsibilities
• Undertake comprehensive mental status assessments and client reviews.
• Establish and pursue recovery goals in partnership with clients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in case management activities and contribute to collaborative care planning.
Qualifications
• Substantial experience working within the Mental Health field, specifically in a Community Mental Health Setting.
• Working knowledge of the Victorian Mental Health Act 2022, a requirement for professional registration with AHPRA.
• Respectful, collaborative communication style when operating with consumers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Diligent in documentation and related record-keeping functions.
Employment type: Full‑time.
For further details, refer to the Position Description or contact Margot Franklin at ***************@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.
AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly serve a population of up to 300,000 across North‑East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub‑acute services. We are building a new hospital at Albury by 2028.
AWH is an Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, providing mental health treatment, care and support, including Alcohol and Other Drugs services. We deliver 10 specialised community‑based programmes, along with three acute care services and three facilities dedicated to recovery and rehabilitation. We also provide services supporting families coping with parental mental illness and facilitating connections to carer consultants. Our Mental Health and Wellbeing teams comprise clinicians with backgrounds in nursing, occupational therapy, social work, and psychology, all of whom have experience helping people through a range of therapies.
What awaits you at AWH?
We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
Are you ready to become part of our team?
To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre‑employment checks including Criminal Record check and Working with Children checks.
Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourages all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well‑being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.
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