February **** Postgraduate Mental Health
Mental Health Postgraduate Program (Registered Nurse) February **** Intake
Registered Nurse Grade 2 | Permanent Part-Time (0.8 EFT)
Structured Mental Health Postgraduate Program
Permanent employment within Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
Clinical rotations across a range of specialist mental health services
Clinical supervision, mentoring and dedicated study days
Opportunity to build a long-term career in mental health nursing
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for mental health nursing and planning to undertake postgraduate mental health studies in ****?
Join Eastern Health's Mental Health Postgraduate Program and develop the specialist knowledge, skills and confidence required to build a rewarding career in Mental Health and Wellbeing Services.
This unique program combines postgraduate study with structured clinical experience, providing opportunities to rotate through acute inpatient and community mental health settings while receiving support from experienced clinicians, educators and mentors.
About Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services.
We provide a comprehensive range of emergency, surgical, medical and community-based healthcare services, including mental health, alcohol and other drug services, maternity, palliative care, residential care and state-wide specialist services.
We are committed to delivering person-centred, recovery-oriented care that supports the diverse communities we serve and values the lived and living experience of consumers, families, carers and supporters.
About the Program
The Mental Health Postgraduate Program supports Registered Nurses undertaking postgraduate mental health studies while developing clinical capability across a range of mental health settings.
The program offers:
Permanent 0.8 EFT position within Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
Structured postgraduate learning pathway
Dedicated study days
Clinical supervision and reflective practice opportunities
Access to experienced mentors and Mental Health Nurse Educators
Exposure to multidisciplinary and recovery-oriented models of care




Career development opportunities across Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
Participants will complete 2 rotations including:
Acute Inpatient Mental Health Services
Community Mental Health Services
Specialist Mental Health Programs
Potential rotation opportunities may include:
Eastern Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Service (EHOPS)
Mobile Support and Treatment Service (MSTS)
Community Care Units (CCU)
Adolescent Mental Health Services
Adult Inpatient Services
Older Adult Mental Health Services
Alcohol and Other Drug Services
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA
A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification leading to unrestricted registration
A minimum of 12 months post-registration nursing experience, including at least six months of contemporary mental health experience
Enrolment in a Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent postgraduate qualification) in Mental Health Nursing for **** and ongoing enrolment for the duration of the program
Demonstrated clinical practice skills consistent with experience and scope of practice
A commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centred care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A willingness to engage in clinical supervision, mentoring and reflective practice
Strong motivation for ongoing learning and professional development
Capacity to work a full rotating roster
A current Victorian Driver Licence
Current influenza vaccination in accordance with Eastern Health requirements
Healthcare workers are strongly encouraged to follow COVID-19 vaccination recommendations outlined in the Australian Immunisation Handbook and current ATAGI advice.
Seasonal influenza vaccination is a mandatory requirement for this role,



and any offer of employment will be conditional on this requirement being met prior to commencement.
What We Offer
At Eastern Health, you'll be part of a supportive learning environment committed to developing the future mental health nursing workforce.
Benefits include:
Dedicated mentoring and shadowing opportunities
Structured clinical supervision and support
Study leave and professional development opportunities
Discovery days across Eastern Health services
Friendly and supportive multidisciplinary teams
Access to Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Salary packaging benefits
Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
Private health insurance discounts
Digital learning and development opportunities
Cafés across Eastern Health sites
A strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Why Join Mental Health & Wellbeing Services?
Our services are guided by recovery-oriented practice and support consumers, families, carers and supporters to achieve meaningful outcomes.
We work collaboratively with people to build on their strengths, support recovery goals and promote wellbeing, inclusion and hope.
This program provides an excellent opportunity to develop your capability while building a long-term career within Eastern Health Mental Health & Wellbeing Services.
Good to Know
Eastern Health is an equal chance employer and actively promotes diversity, equity and inclusion.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our everyday culture.
Seasonal influenza vaccination is a mandatory requirement of this role.
COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended in accordance with current public health advice.
Advertising may close prior to the advertised closing date.
Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Applications Close
Monday 12th October ****
Contact
Vivienne Butlin
Senior Clinical Nurse Educator
P: ******** ***
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Our Values in Action:
Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
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📌 February 2027 Postgraduate Mental Health (Melbourne)
🏢 Eastern Health
📍 Melbourne