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Explore a fulfilling career in the Tablelands with Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service! Serve the community while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Make every day different by joining our Tablelands Mental Health Service. We have a current vacancy as Health Practitioner (Psychologist, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist).
About Us:
The redevelopment of Atherton Hospital is architecturally distinct, yet reminiscent of the deep history of the site. A prominent archway motif is based on the original nurses' quarters design; a brick plinth by the main entrance also pays homage to the original nurses' quarters, created using bricks from the former building; and the colourful tiles on the exterior of the building tell the story of the Tablelands itself - with its rich reds, vibrant greens and deep blues.
The primary catchment of Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services covers the Cairns and Hinterland region incorporating various areas ranging from Mossman in the north, Tully in the south to Mareeba and Atherton in the west.
About your opportunity:
In this position you will:
* Use the biopsychosocial model to conduct mental health assessments and assist consumers and families/supports to develop a comprehensive individual recovery plan and facilitate the effective delivery of care.
* Undertake discipline specific assessments and interventions within well-established clinical protocols.
* Work with families and client's communities to promote recovery and community inclusion, co-ordinate/facilitate access to generic supports, services, opportunities and resources necessary to meet the consumer's identified needs and goals.
* Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload, adapting routing clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical practices, procedures and protocols that support the continuum of care.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
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