Clinical Nurse Specialist - Mental Health Liaison Salary: RN SRN Level 3 $137, pro rata (plus 12% superannuation) Location: Narrogin Unit/Division: WACHS - Wheatbelt Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Position No: ******** Closing Date: ************:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments: Bring your expertise to a pivotal regional role where every assessment makes a difference.
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Metal Health Liaison, you'll undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments, provide specialist knowledge, and deliver advanced mental health nursing care to support patients and clinicians alike.
Enjoy the benefits of country living in Narrogin, a welcoming Wheatbelt community offering an affordable lifestyle, strong sense of connection and an easy drive to Perth, all while making a real impact on the mental health and wellbeing of the community.
About the OPPORTUNITY This position provides comprehensive, culturally safe, mental health liaison and acute intervention services, nursing leadership, professional consultation and advanced clinical practice within a Wheatbelt Hospital environment.
Responsible for providing a timely and specialised Clinical Mental Health Liaison Consultancy service to all Wheatbelt Hospitals.
The prime purpose of this position is to conduct primary mental health assessments of all patients presenting the Wheatbelt Emergency Departments or who are admitted onto general wards and who may be considered requiring specialised mental health assessments.
Priorities include consultation services to clinicians providing assistance and information to consumer and carers.
Is a liaison and link with relevant others in Wheatbelt Health Services, Community Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs services and Mental Health Emergency Telehealth Services.
To be successful in this role, you will have...
Workplace leadership experience relevant to hospital-based mental health practice.
Advanced skills in the assessment and nursing management of complex psychiatric presentations, risk assessment, crisis intervention and management of aggression in a clinical setting and providing evidence-based interventions for people with mental disorders.
Advanced written, verbal and interpersonal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Advanced knowledge of the Mental Health Act of WA.
An ability to work within a multidisciplinary environment.
A working knowledge of computers and information systems relevant to the position/role including the use of video conferencing options.
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What we OFFER The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits: Paid Study Leave Generous Salary Packaging Benefits Up to $**** on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses Up to $**** on meals and entertainment Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses Flexible working and leave arrangements Professional Development opportunities 12% Superannuation Guarantee As a WA Country Health Service employee you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds, Please see attached flyer for further details.
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Please provide the following information as part of your application: A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role A cover letter outlining your suitability for this position A 2-3 page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF) The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check.