About The Role
Closing Date: 01/07/2026
Start your career in Mental Health within a dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture with the support of experienced clinicians and the Mental Health Professional Development and Practice Team.
Enjoy the opportunity to experience our varied programs including rotations to our acute inpatient units, continuing care teams and community programs supporting our region across the lifespan.
Support at every stage from a full orientation and supernumerary period through to comprehensive workshops as well as generous study leave and scholarships available towards Post Graduate Qualifications.
The Opportunity
AWH Invites Registered Nurses wishing to pursue a career in Mental Health to apply for our Mental Health Graduate Nurse Program. Our comprehensive 2‐year program will provide a supportive learning environment to guide you as you transition from novice to confident and skilled Mental Health clinician.
* A supportive team environment
* Varied rotations through our Mental Health Adult Acute Inpatient Units, Continuing Care Unit's and Community teams providing a comprehensive experience of Public Mental Health services across the AWH region
* Regular clinical supervision and professional development support
* Dedicated educational support from Nursing and Allied Health Educators, the Mental Health Professional Development and Practice team as well as experienced Mentors and Clinicians across the service
Duration
* 2‐year program starting in February
* Part‐time employment (0.8 EFT) to allow for work‐life balance
* Paid study days throughout the year
* Support to complete Post Graduate Qualifications in Mental Health
* Structured Mental Health Nursing Career Pathway
* Generous annual leave entitlements
Eligibility Criteria
* AHPRA registration prior to commencement
* Completion of the undergraduate course within the previous 12 months
* Not currently in a graduate program
* Registered with the PMCV Graduate Nursing Midwifery Program
Application Requirements
* A current 2‐page CV outlining your employment history and all clinical placements during your undergraduate degree
* A transcript of academic results
* Two summative (final) clinical appraisals with educator comments including one from a Mental Health Placement
* Two professional referees (contact details to include telephone number & email address)
For more information, please see the position description or contact Haylee Adamson via email haylee.adamson@awh.org.au.
Medical and Regulatory Requirements
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.
Benefits and Compensation
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
AWH provides comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offers exceptional rewards and benefits, and continuously nurtures your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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