Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
Job No:
115641
Location:
Mildura
- Are you a Registered Nurse with Mental Health experience, looking for a role that will help you make a real difference?
- Join a growing Aboriginal Community Controlled Corporation with a long history of delivering sustainable, grassroots services to the community!
- Attractive remuneration package circa $82,763 plus super and a range of benefits including 17.5% leave loading, additional personal leave, and salary packaging!
About the Organisation
Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS), a pioneering community-controlled indigenous community service, has a history of growth and innovation. They were founded in the early 80's with two workers in a single room providing health services, including drug and alcohol counselling, while a Koori playgroup next door offered respite and social connection for parents of small children. The organisation is now recognised as a leader in Koori services, with over 200 staff delivering innovative, holistic, person-centred programs. Fuelled by their desire to see change in their community, its leaders identify community issues, design solutions and work in partnership with other welfare providers and government agencies.
MDAS' expanding suite of programs include a family group home, a safe place for kids to escape trouble, and an increasingly comprehensive health service. Their vision is to see generations of vibrant, healthy and strong Aboriginal communities.
About the Opportunity
Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) has an excellent full-time opportunity for a personable Mental Health Nurse to join their Social and Emotional Wellbeing team, based in Mildura, VIC.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for providing professional and confidential mental health services in a recovery framework to facilitate healing and improvements in the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
- Providing Mental Health Assessment and formulation, risk assessment case planning and evaluation;
- Working collaboratively with Mildura Base Hospital Mental Health Services, particularly with consumers requiring admission to an MBH facility for acute management;
- Working with clients with moderate to severe Mental Health illness with an aim to reduce involvement in the justice system and improve health outcomes for the client and family;
- Assisting with and supporting any internal or external evaluations of the program; and
- Delivering all services in a manner that is consistent with professional standards, ethical principles and the code of conduct.
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About You
To be successful in this role you will need to be a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration and experience in Mental Health. An understanding of Aboriginal health issues, as well as the ability to effectively communicate, consult, liaise and negotiate with a broad range of both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal stakeholders will be essential.
You will be an organised, proactive professional with the demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. In addition, you will also have excellent problem solving and organisational skills.
Crucial to your success will be demonstrated experience in delivering direct and comprehensive mental health assessment case management services, plus an understanding of current and relevant policies, legislation, programs and practices.
Please note: You will need to have, or be willing to obtain, a current Driver's License, Working with Children Check, and Police Check.
About the Benefits
If you're a motivated individual looking to take on a rewarding challenge where you can really make a difference - this is the opportunity for you!
In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidate will enjoy an attractive remuneration circa $82,763 (negotiable based on your skills and experience) PLUS super and a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging;
- Paid early finish on Fridays
- 4 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading;
- Education and career development opportunities;
- Biannual social & emotional well-being forums;
- Travel allowance; and
- 10 wellbeing days a year.
Furthermore, you will be welcomed into a supportive and welcoming team
that will listen to and value your ideas. This is an opportunity to advance your career with an established and highly respected community organisation, where you will have a direct and positive impact on the community.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge whilst making a positive difference - Apply Now!