South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a skilled clinician to join our Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service in Warrnambool. In this role, you will provide high-quality mental health care, case management, and outreach support for older adults while working in a collaborative, supportive team. Warrnambool offers a vibrant community, breathtaking coastal views, and a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne. With relocation incentives covering rent, childcare, and moving costs, it's the perfect place to build your career and enjoy a great work-life balance!

Position overview

- Permanent, Full Time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO
- Warrnambool Campus
- Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3, Social Worker/Occupational Therapist Grade 3 or Psychologist Grade 2
- Classification & Salary Range (pro rata + superannuation):
- Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3: $108,836 - $120,874
- Occupational Therapist Grade 3: $92,944.80 - $106,834
- Social Worker Grade 3: $92,944 - $106,834
- Psychologist Grade 2: $94,478.80 - $106,906.80

About the role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults? South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking dedicated and skilled clinician to join our Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service . This is your chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly impact the mental health and wellbeing of older adults in our community.

As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality mental health services. Your responsibilities will include direct clinical treatment to consumers, families, and carers, as well as short- and long-term case management.



You'll conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based treatment interventions of the highest standard. Additionally, you'll provide outreach support to consumers in their own environments, residential care facilities, and other settings as indicated by clinical guidelines.

At SWH, our Clinicians work within a collaborative framework, ensuring regular communication and information flow between clinical staff, professionals, families, carers, and external stakeholders. This teamwork is vital to delivering comprehensive and coordinated care

What you bring

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist , Social Worker , or Psychologist with a robust background in mental health clinical services. You should be passionate about delivering high-quality care and working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

- Nursing : Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, with at least 2 years' experience in mental health services. A Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or a specialist undergraduate Mental Health Nursing program is desirable.
- Allied Health :

- Occupational Therapy : Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA.
- Social Work : Degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
- Psychology : Registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist.





- Demonstrated skills and experience in mental health clinical services, particularly in working with elderly consumers.
- Expertise in triage, crisis, and comprehensive assessments.
- A solid understanding of recovery-oriented practices and trauma-informed care.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Familiarity with relevant mental health and aged care legislation.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
- Internal and external professional development opportunities
- Ongoing clinical supervision
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here .

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

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