Job Description
Sydney Local Health District is responsible for the health and wellbeing of more than 740,000 people living within our boundaries, as well as many more from rural and remote parts of NSW and Australia. We have hospitals and health services delivered in various locations in the community and in people’s homes. Our staff come to work each day to make a difference. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!About your new jobEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time 38 hours per weekPosition Classification: Registered NurseRemuneration: $70,049 - $98,351 per annum + annual leave loading + SuperannuationRequisition ID: REQ502674Where you will be basedCommunity Mental Health Service is committed to the provision of quality health services to the mental health community. We aim to deliver mental health services which, through research and innovative commitments, set standards that are emulated by other national and international organisations. We aim to lead through achievement and innovation in clinical practice, research, teaching, training and management. We are committed to developing the highest skills in our community mental health staff through the LHD’s pioneering Diploma of Mental Health program, structured workplace competency development program, and supervision programs.This role will be based at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.About the roleIn this role, the Acute Care Service model of care provides:Mental Health assessments to consumers within the community experiencing acute mental health problems (including a rapid response when indicated) and determining an appropriate pathway to care (e.g., community treatment; assist consumers access and admission to inpatient treatment).Short term mental health treatment in the community often as an alternative to hospital.In reach to hospital to promote effective follow up post mental health admission.Collaborative care for consumers transferring between hospital and community.The model provides short term mental health interventions in the community for consumers experiencing mental health distress. Once the symptoms have resolved and the presentation is no longer acute the team collaborate with other stakeholders for the most appropriate ongoing care and treatment.The Mental Health Nurse will practice in keeping with the standardised Sydney LHD position description for the profession in addition to this position description.For more information, please view the .Ideal candidateCurrently holds recognised nursing tertiary qualifications, current nursing registration with AHPRA.Understanding of and commitment to recovery-oriented services and consumer involvement in serviceprovision. * Currently holds a valid NSW driver’s licence (P1 and P2 licence acceptable).Benefits and Perks!Accrued Day Off each month for full time roles, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit. * Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness. Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.For more information about other benefits, please visit .About working for SLHDThis is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy .SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the .To further connect with us, check us out onFor enquiries, please contact Rachael Mujuru on 0457 872 931 or via email atJoin the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, applying is easy!Applications Close: 1 August at 11:55pmNSW Health
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