About the Role
This is a Permanent Full-time opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our dynamic team at Hedland Health Campus in Pilbara. The successful candidate will be part of a strong and diverse team culture.
We are seeking an experienced community mental health nurse with advanced clinical skills, who is motivated to enhance their clinical and leadership abilities within a culturally diverse community.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Extensive experience as a Community Mental Health Nurse with demonstrated expert level skills in crisis intervention, assessment, treatment, and case management of adults and seniors with complex mental disorders.
* Knowledge of Adult and Senior Mental Health service delivery systems and ability to apply the National Standards for Mental Health Services at the organisational level and in clinical practice.
* Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a multidisciplinary team and as an independent practitioner.
* Clinical leadership skills including providing clinical supervision, line management, and performance development with supervised staff.
About the Position
This position is responsible for:
* Responding to all contacts made to Pilbara Mental Health and Drug Service (Eastern Region), identifying the nature and appropriateness of referrals, setting priorities for management, collating information for presentation at intake meetings, and coordinating emergency responses within the region.
* Liaising with government and non-government service providers to coordinate the provision of Mental Health Services to clients and provide educational support to those agencies.
* Undertaking senior-level projects, representing the service, and providing consultation at the state level as required.
Benefits
In addition to a great salary, our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
* Location-based allowances including additional North West paid leave, District Allowance, and Annual Travel Subsidy (ALTC).
* Heavily subsidised housing.
* Paid study Leave assistance - regional specific as per EBA.
* Generous salary packaging benefits.
* Flexible working and leave arrangements.
* Professional Development opportunities.
* 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee.
Area Profile
The Pilbara is WA's second-most northern region, defined by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Northern Territory border to the east.
This is your chance to be part of something truly extraordinary, make lifelong friends, participate in community events, and join in the spirit of local activities.
Experience the warmth and camaraderie that comes from living in a tight-knit town, where everyone looks out for each other.
Beyond work, Port Hedland offers an incredible lifestyle that blends adventure, relaxation, and a close-knit community.
Dive into outdoor pursuits like hiking, camping, fishing, and off-road driving.
Immerse yourself in the rich Indigenous culture and learn from the traditional custodians of this land.
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