We are working with a critical service provider for the community in their search for an experienced mental health professional to join their Clinical Information Management team as an APS6 Senior Information Services Officer (Clinical). This role plays a key part in supporting clinical governance and quality improvement through the monitoring, analysis and delivery of high-quality Clinical Incident Reviews.
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Clinical Incident Reviews, you will bring strong clinical judgement, attention to detail and exceptional writing skills to manage complex and sensitive information in a supportive, no-blame environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare high-quality Clinical Incident Reviews, reports and responses in line with legislation, policy and timeframes
* Analyse clinical information to identify contributing factors to client distress, including suicide-related risk
* Manage and review sensitive client data across multiple systems with a high level of accuracy
* Support the coordination of the Clinical Panel and Clinical Incident Review meetings
* Contribute to continuous quality improvement, policy advice and clinical governance activities
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders and service providers
About You
You are a clinically trained professional with experience working in mental health settings and managing risk. You bring sound judgement, emotional intelligence and integrity to your work, and are comfortable working autonomously on complex matters while contributing positively to a team environment.
Experience in clinical incident reviews and/or APS governance roles will be highly regarded.
Mandatory Requirements
Applicants must meet one or more of the following:
* AHPRA-registered Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Registered Nurse (full registration), or
* Social Worker eligible for AASW membership and Mental Health accreditation, or
* Counsellor or Nurse with a minimum of three years' mental health experience, or
* A minimum of five years' experience working in mental health settings
Why Join this client?
This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to national mental health services for vthe community, while working in a role that values clinical expertise, collaboration and continuous improvement. This will be offered on a 12 month contract with long term extension options.
This opportunity can be located in any Australia Captial city. You must be an Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance throughout this contract.