Mental Health Professional (Day Program)
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Care is our passion. People are our business. Excellence is our standard. Growth is our ambition.
Who we are:
As the only private hospital located in the region, Maitland Private Hospital prides itself on delivering positive patient experiences. We have a dedicated and experienced team of specialists, doctors and nurses who meet the needs of our diverse and changing community by providing exceptional patient‐centred care, state‐of‐the‐art medical technology, and a warm, welcoming environment for patients and their families.
Located only 30 minutes from Newcastle, Maitland Private maintains a community‐focused feel, while being able to deliver high quality health services to the Maitland and Hunter Valley regions. The hospital encompasses 185 beds, 6 operating theatres, 10 bed ICU, with associated rehabilitation, medical and surgical wards. Our services include two major medical centres, a dedicated mental health unit, an on‐site cancer centre including radiation oncology, radiology practice and pathology laboratory. Maitland Private Hospital is a key facility within the Healthe Care Group. We are a private healthcare provider of choice, driving innovation and clinical best practice to the services we provide.
Your new role as Day Program Mental Health Professional
Maitland Private Hospital gives skilled clinicians a platform to make a tangible difference in improving quality of life and health outcomes. We currently have a part‐time / casual opportunity for a highly motivated and committed Mental Health Professional to join our friendly and supportive Mental Health team, in The Barrington Clinic Day Program.
This role requires you to facilitate small groups within our Mental Health Day Program, delivering therapeutic modalities such as DBT, ACT, CBT or similar, for adult consumers living with mental illness, including PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, mood and anxiety disorders, and addiction. You will work closely with other members of the team to review consumer goals and progress and help consumers reach their desired outcomes. Group Clinical Supervision is provided on‐site for the successful applicant.
About you (essential criteria)
* Current Working with Children Check and Police Check.
* Highly developed assessment and treatment skills.
* Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, or related discipline.
* Current unrestricted registration with AHPRA or relevant professional body.
* Minimum 3 years' experience working in a mental health setting.
* Experience in delivering psychoeducation and/or group therapy using evidence‐based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or similar.
* Strong collaborative interpersonal skills with well‐developed verbal and written communication skills.
* Immunisation evidence and serology report in accordance with NSW Health.
* Experience writing and developing group programs.
* Flexible working arrangements can be supported including term time work patterns. As part of the Healthe Care group Maitland Private employees have further opportunities to work across multiple work sites including Lingard Private, Gosford Private and Brisbane Waters Private Hospitals. Pay level will be dependent on experience in line with the NSW Private Hospitals award.
Healthe Care is an equal opportunity employer. At Maitland Private Hospital, we're all about supporting real people to deliver extraordinary care. As part of the Maitland Private team, you can expect:
* Attractive Remuneration Package
* Collaboration with like‐minded professionals across a multi‐disciplinary team
* Work‐Life Balance – Flexible rostering & working conditions
* Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities, including potential to undertake discounted post‐graduate study and paid study leave.
* Super & Novated Lease Salary Packaging Options
* Fitness Passport
* Discounted Massages on‐site
Closing date: Friday 6th of March
Applications must address and meet essential criteria. Applications must include current CV and names of at least 2 professional referees.
*Due to the large volume of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted.
Your application will include the following questions:
* Have you completed a qualification in psychology?
* How many years' experience do you have as a Mental Health Professional?
* Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
* Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
* Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
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