Clinical Nurse - Specialist Community Mental Health Services

Job no: 877017
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Southern
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery, Public Health
    • Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Marion and Noarlunga GP Plus Sites- Mental Health Services
    • Salary: $84,870 - $107,279 p.a. (pro rata) RN2C | Multiple Part and Full-Time Ongoing Contracts
      • Positions working Monday to Friday or across a 7 day rotating roster

    Join our team and contribute to providing high-quality mental health care in the community!

    Seeking passionate and organised individuals to play a pivotal role in coordinating and delivering outstanding clinical care within our dynamic Specialist Community Mental Health Service.

    Responsibilities:

    • Deliver comprehensive clinical care coordination: Facilitate communication and collaboration between patients, clinicians, and community stakeholders
    • Develop diverse professional portfolios: Gain experience in depot and clozapine clinics, supporting consumer fitness groups, and facilitating therapeutic interventions.
    • Conduct thorough assessments: Utilise your expertise to perform mental health and psychosocial assessments, risk assessments, and develop personalised treatment plans.
    • Support team leadership: Collaborate with the Team Manager to contribute to a cohesive and efficient team environment.
    • Contribute to quality improvement: Engage in clinical auditing, research, and evaluation initiatives to continuously improve patient care outcomes and service delivery.

    We Offer:

    • Engaging and diverse clinical portfolios: Gain experience in various settings and interventions.
    • Collaborative and supportive team environment: Work alongside experienced professionals dedicated to client well-being.
    • Professional development opportunities: Continuously enhance your skills through ongoing training and learning initiatives.
    • The opportunity to make a real difference: Play a crucial role in improving the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges.
    • Generous relocation assistance available to interstate and overseas candidates

    About you:

    • You are a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, holding a current practicing certificate;
    • You are Enrolled in an approved mental health course or qualification in mental health practice;
    • You have demonstrated clinical expertise and experience in mental health services;
    • You have strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills; and
    • A commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.

    Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

    For further information regarding this role, contact: Kirsty Smith, A/Nursing Director, on 0449 893 336 or Kirsty.Smith2@sa.gov.au 

    Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Wednesday 4th December 2024

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    Applicant Information:

    • In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits. Watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
    • The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
    • Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
    • SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.  Job ref: 877017

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business