Role Summary
* Location: Sunshine Hospital
* Employment Type: Fixed Term (until 30 June 2027), Full Time
* Salary: RPN Grade 5, OT Grade 5, SW Grade 5 or Psychologist Grade 4 (multiple disciplinary role, relevant to multiple agreements and classifications) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role
This role covers all Western Health Mental Health and Wellbeing division.
The Western Health Mental Health and Wellbeing Services are situated in a growth corridor where continuous development, service expansion and innovative new programs are on the rise. The Division of Mental Health and Wellbeing spans across multiple Western Health sites including Sunshine, Footscray, Melton and Sunbury with growth expected throughout the full scope of Western Health's reach.
Our recovery-oriented approach to care is provided by a multidisciplinary workforce comprising skilled clinicians, consumers and carers. These services include hospital based, community and specialist mental health and wellbeing services for adults, older adults, children and adolescents who are experiencing, or are at risk of developing a serious mental illness.
The Forensic Clinical Specialist role builds the specialist capability of the clinical adult mental health workforce to assess, treat and support people with severe mental illness who are high-risk, violent or aggressive and have a forensic/criminal history, as part of core 'business-as-usual' service provision.
The position holds a key role in inter-service liaison between Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Services, court corrections, prison and Forensicare services.
The position supports the maintenance and continued development of optimal clinical pathways and enhanced relationships between services, including the provision of advice in relation to referral and assessment pathways, effective treatment, compliance with legislation and risk management.
We expect all our team members to lead with kindness, role modelling open communication and a desire to support and enhance clinical care across the division.
Key responsibilities
* This role will assist in specific project tasks; therefore, project management skills are desirable.
* Extensive experience working in public mental health settings.
* Advanced risk and mental state assessment and report writing skills.
* Experience working in forensic services or with people who have a complex mental illness and psychosocial needs.
* Highly developed communication skills – both with peers and stakeholder services.
* Highly developed organisational skills with an ability to manage your own time prioritising tasks and meeting all role responsibilities.
Benefits
* Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
* Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
* Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
* Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
* Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
* Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
* Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
* Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
* Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
* Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
* Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality forensic mental health care, managing complex risk, and strengthening service pathways, we'd love to hear from you.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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