19 Aug
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St John of God Health Care
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City of Stirling
19 Aug
St John of God Health Care
City of Stirling
St John of God Social Outreach as a Mission driven, for purpose organisation, our commitment to social justice is part of who we are. We exist to benefit the community, especially those most in need.
One of the ways we do this is by providing free or low-cost community mental health and homelessness services that empower individuals, families and communities across Australia and beyond to transform their lives
Your role at St John of God Social Outreach
We are seeking applications for a Clinical Nurse (Mental Health) to join our Medicare Mental Health Service on a permanent full-time basis (Monday to Friday) in Mirrabooka Western Australia.
Our team provides a safe and welcoming spaces for locals to walk in and access free mental health support and services - no referral, Medicare card or appointment needed. Staffed by qualified mental health professionals and people with lived experience, the centres provide immediate support to adults in distress, including their families, friends and carers. We can also connect people with other support services, such as employment assistance, to support them in the future.
You will provide a high standard of consumer care, acts as a clinical resource and effectively manages resources to deliver quality consumer outcomes in the relevant Medicare Mental Health service setting.
The Position
- Applies advanced clinical knowledge and skills in the coordination of direct care to consumers.
- Undertakes comprehensive Mental Health Assessments and develops care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Supervises nursing practice and takes responsibility for standard of care delivered.
- Acts a clinical resource, maintains and develops clinical skills relevant to area of practice.
- Initiates reviews and coordinates care of consumers with complex health problems.
- Serves as a consumer advocate, protecting the rights and safety of consumers at all times.
- Evaluates the quality of nursing practice and participates in quality improvement initiatives to improve consumer outcomes.
- Ensures the correct use and care of all Medicare Mental Health Centres equipment by self and colleagues.
- Actively contributes to the development of clinical policies and procedures in area of specialty.
- Ensures documentation meets service standards and legal requirements.
Successful applicants must be registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse and have relevant post-registration experience in an acute mental health environment. You will have experience well-developed written and verbal communication & interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Successful applicants will have basic computer skills & knowledge and a current national police clearance.
Above all,
patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer:
- Salary: $109,599 to $115,681 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
- Permanent full-time | 38 hours per week
- Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
- Novated leasing
- work related expenses
- self-education and
- additional superannuation
- Flexible work options
- Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
Please note: If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes.
For enquiries contact Shannon Wilson, Manager MMHC North on 0439 053 440.
St John of God Social Outreach is committed to providing a safe setting for all children and vulnerable people in its care and proactively takes measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.
At St John of God Social Outreach, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
📌 Clinical Nurse Mental Health (Social Outreach) (City of Stirling)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 City of Stirling