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o Shape the future of acute mental health care, delivered where it matters most: at home
o Join a specialist, innovative service delivering high-acuity mental health care in consumers’ own homes. If temporary, then must declare the date ending. If not, we can give a benefit
o Permanent part time Position
About the role
The Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MH-HITH) program is a key reform initiative arising from the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System, designed to provide intensive, recovery-oriented care as an alternative to inpatient admission.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to work at the forefront of community-based acute care, providing clinical leadership during evenings and weekends, when it is needed most.
The MH-HITH service delivers:
* 9 bed-equivalent packages of care for adults and young people (16+)
* 7-day operation (0700–2130 hrs)
* Intensive treatment for individuals with high acuity mental health and/or AOD needs
* A strong focus on recovery, safety, and reducing hospital admissions
You will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering flexible, person-centred care in the least restrictive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in community settings
* Deliver autonomous, evidence-based care for high-acuity consumers
* Offer clinical leadership and decision-making support outside standard business hours
* Lead risk assessment and crisis intervention in complex presentations
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, coordinated care pathways
* Contribute to service development and model evaluation as part of a state-wide reform initiative
What We Are Looking For
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* Endorsed Nurse Practitioner registration (AHPRA)
* Postgraduate qualifications in Mental Health Nursing
* Demonstrated experience in acute mental health or crisis services
* Strong capability in autonomous clinical decision-making and risk management
* A commitment to recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care
* Current Australian Driver’s Licence
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff benefits
* Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Extensive professional development opportunities
* Attractive salary packaging benefits
o Living expenses capped at $9,010
o Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click Here
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ************@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
* Satisfactory Police Record Check
* Immunisation Status Clearance
* Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.