Case Manager - Mental health Professional - Federal Government Department
* $55 - $65 an hour + Super
* Government Department role, long term contract
* Open to Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Counsellors
ACM Healthcare is working on behalf of a Federal Government Department to source an experienced Mental Health Professional for a Clinical Care Coordinator role, providing Case Management services to veterans. This is initially a 24 month contract at an APS6 level.
Duties:
* Deliver high-quality, evidence-based clinical services, including risk assessment, brief interventions, care coordination, and referrals for clients with complex/multiple needs.
* Provide short-term, goal-oriented, clinical case management intervention to clients who present with unmet health and psychosocial needs that impact on their ability to access and/or meaningfully engage in mental health care.
* Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes, care plans, and risk assessments.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external organisations to ensure coordinated, client-centred support and effective referral pathways.
* Work within a stepped-care model, supporting vulnerable or at-risk communities and families.
* Participate in professional development and supervision to maintain registration and uphold best-practice standards.
* Contribute to service improvement initiatives, program delivery, and community engagement activities as required.
Mandatory Requirements:
* Qualifications as a registered Psychologist / Mental Health Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration, OR
* Qualification as a Social Worker with membership of the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) on commencement OR
* A Masters-level counselling qualification and registration with PACFA as a Registered Clinical Counsellor or with ACA at Level 3 or Level 4
* Working with Children (WWC) and/or Vulnerable People Checks/Clearance must be obtained prior to commencement.
* As this role is within a Federal Government department it is a required to be an Australian Citizen at time of commencement
CONTACT:
Catherine to discuss this role further or inquire about our other positions available