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Program: Mental Health Services
Department: Community Team Maribyrnong
Enterprise Agreement: Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise
Job Function: Mental Health
Role Summary:
Location:
Maribyrnong Community Team/Saltwater Clinic
Employment Type:
Full Time
Salary:
RPN4(Yr1-3), OT4, SW4, P3+ Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About therole:
Western Health is seeking an experienced Senior Mental Health Clinician (RPN4/OT4/SW4/P3) to join the Intensive Support Program at Maribyrnong Community Team/Saltwater Clinic. The role provides advanced, recovery-oriented clinical care to consumers with complex and high-risk mental health and psychosocial needs.
Key responsibilities include comprehensive assessment, formulation, evidence-based intervention, risk assessment and management, care coordination,outreachand assertive engagement. The Senior Clinicianprovidesclinical guidance and mentoring to colleagues and students, supports complex decision-making, workloadprioritizationand safe service delivery, and contributes to multidisciplinary care.
Applicantsrequiresubstantial public mental health experience, advanced clinical skills, strong knowledge of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act ****, anddemonstratedability to work collaboratively with consumers, families,carersand external services. Experience in trauma-informed, culturallysafeand recovery-focused practice is essential, along withstrong communication, documentation, organisational and clinical governance skills. A current Victorian driver'slicenceand relevant professional registration arerequired.
Keyresponsibilities:
As an RPN4 within ISP, you will:
Provide advanced assessment, evidence-basedinterventionsand recovery-focused care for consumers with complex mental health and psychosocial needs, including outreach and home visits.
Develop andmonitorcollaborative care plans, manage clinical risks, elevateconcernsand support complex/high-risk presentations.
Coordinate multidisciplinary care, liaise with internal and external services, advocate for consumers and ensure continuity of care.
Maintainaccurateclinical documentation and records, ensuring compliance with Western Health, ABF, legislative and professional requirements.




Provide clinical leadership through mentoring and supporting junior staff/students, contributing to handovers, clinical governance, quality improvement,supervisionand professional development.
Aboutyou:
Essential
5+ years' nursing or 7+ years' allied health experience in complex, high-demand clinical settings.
Solid knowledge of
consumer rights, recovery-focused care,AMHSand evidence-based interventions
.
Understanding of
professional ethics, mental health legislation, the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act ****, and public mental health policies
.
Demonstrated
clinical leadership,reliabilityand professionalism
.
Strong
communication,collaboration,problem-solvingand negotiation skills
.
Ability to work with
diverse consumers and families
using culturally sensitive, recovery-orientedpractice.
Experience working with
primary healthcare and community services
.
Current
Victorian driver'slicence
and professional registration.
About Western Health
Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.
More than13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability thatimproveshealth outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health isrecognisedfor itsexpertisein managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centredcare.




We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and career development opportunities.
Whyjoinus?
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.
Learning and Development
Accesspersonalisedpathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.
Community Impact and Inclusion
Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.
Organisational Culture and Environment
Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Closingdate: 11:59pm on 29 September ****.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Program Manager Judy Magri ********
Western Health is an equalopportunityemployer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sitesand operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an ImmunisationStatus Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
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