Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nursing Service
The role offers an exciting opportunity to provide community-based care to children, adolescents, and their families. We are seeking a skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist who can demonstrate competent nursing practice using a problem-solving approach.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide individualised care to children, adolescents, and their families with mental health problems.
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care services.
* Develop and implement treatment plans that address the unique needs of each client.
* Engage in ongoing education and professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices and evidence-based interventions.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Mastery of assessment, case management, and therapy techniques for children, adolescents, and their families.
* Strong knowledge of emotional, behavioral, psychological, and psychiatric disorders affecting children and adolescents.
* Excellent communication, liaison, and interpersonal skills.
* Effective negotiation, problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills.
* Community work and liaison experience.
* Sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the WA Mental Health Act 2014.
Benefits:
* A competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* A supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and teamwork.
* Access to ongoing education and training opportunities.
* A generous superannuation guarantee.
Others:
* This is a fixed-term appointment until 30th June 2027, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
* We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.
* WA Country Health Service supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form for further details on the selection criteria and eligibility to apply.