Job Title
A talented and enthusiastic clinical nurse specialist is sought to join the mental health triage team at Hedland Health Campus – Pilbara.
About the Role
This permanent full-time position involves 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. Liaison with government and non-government service providers to coordinate the provision of mental health services to clients and provide educational support to those agencies.
Key Responsibilities
* Respond to all contacts made to Pilbara Mental Health and Drug Service (Eastern Region)
* Identify the nature and appropriateness of referrals
* Set priorities for management
* Collate information for presentation at intake meetings
* Coordinate emergency responses within the region
* Liaise with government and non-government service providers
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* 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
* Skills in applying 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 ability to work as an independent practitioner
* Knowledge and ability to initiate and manage interventions under the Mental Health Act 2014
* Clinical leadership skills including skills in providing clinical supervision, line management, and performance development with supervised staff
Benefits
This role offers a range of benefits including:
* Generous salary packaging benefits
* Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, or other everyday living expenses
* Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation, and venue hire
* Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
* Professional development opportunities
* Continuous learning opportunities
* 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee
What We Offer
In addition to a great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits that include:
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered.
We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future.