P&M of Aggression Trainer

• Multidisciplinary Role – RPN4, SW3, OT3, P3
• Full Time and Part time Ongoing roles
• $99,606 to $126,074.00 Based on Classification ( RPN4, SW3-1 to SW3-4, OT3-1 to OT3-4, P3-1 to P3-4) (Pro-Rata)+ 11% Super
• Salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay
• Extensive investment in facilities and people supporting our significant service expansion
• A culture where people care
• International Relocation Support provided

A career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse, challenging and rewarding. A career at Forensicare will be like no other. If you're passionate about supporting people in their mental health recovery, Forensicare is where you need to be. You will be a part of a caring and supportive team, making a real difference to people living with the dual stigma of mental illness and offending. We approach our work with curiosity and a commitment to understanding the unique needs of our consumers and carers. Working across community, hospital and prison settings, you can learn, apply your specialist skills and advance in your profession. Together, we can contribute to a more connected, compassionate mental health and criminal justice system.

Job location:

Thomas Embling Hospital, located in Fairfield just 15 minutes north of the Melbourne city centre. Due to our announced expansion, we have a need for experienced like-minded professionals to join our team. Thomas Embling Hospital is a secure Mental Health, currently 134 bed, hospital providing acute care, rehabilitation, and continuing care programs. With planned expansion commencing 2024 with significant increase in access to care, we will have a dedicated Women's service and an additional medium secure men's facility. Now is the time to join us

About the Role:

• The Prevention and Management of Aggression trainer will be accredited to deliver Prevention & Management of Aggression training and ensure all training promotes a recovery focused approach and supports a reduction in the use of restrictive practices.
• The training provided is certified as complying with the Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) training standards and sits within the broader Prevention and Management of Aggression Framework.

Duties:

• Provide training to clinicians on positive approaches to managing aggression, including safer working practices and effective communication and de-escalation skills.
• Support a reduction in the use of restrictive practices, underpinned by a trauma informed approach.
• Providing training aligned with The Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) Standards to promote a reduction on the reliance of restrictive practices and protecting human rights.
• Provide alternative practices to support therapeutic positive approaches and safer de-escalation.
• Support and review training requirements and scheduling

About You:

• Ability and experience in providing training and/or education
• Demonstrated commitment to reducing restrictive practices in a contemporary mental healthcare setting
• Thorough understanding and demonstrated commitment to mental health consumer Recovery.
• Demonstrated commitment to modelling the organisation's mission, vision and values in all aspects of interaction with colleagues, patients and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop working relationships with colleagues supporting collaboration.
• Demonstrated commitment to participating in ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Must be available to attend paid train-the-trainer 8 day training course from 29th January to 7th February 2024, and pass the competency based assessment.

What you need:

This opportunity is open to individuals across a number of disciplines. You will hold one of the following:

[Nursing]

• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing or equivalent.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA).
• The successful candidate will be required to register their qualifications on eCredential

[Occupational Therapy]

• Approved degree in Occupational Therapy recognised for membership of Occupational Therapy Australia – Australian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA).
• The successful candidate will be required to register their qualifications on eCredential.

[Psychology]

• Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited course or equivalent, or a Doctorate degree in Forensic Psychology from an APS accredited course or equivalent.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA).
• The successful candidate will be required to register their qualifications on eCredential.

[Social Work]

• Approved degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

A culture where people matter.

• Excellent supervision and investment in the skill development of all our team members.
• Well defined career pathways existing across our Directorates with multi-disciplined Teams.
• Salary Packaging Options available – Mortgage, Rent, Car, Expenses
• A leading, multi-faceted approach to safety, with unparalleled strategic, practical, individualised and team-based supports to minimise risks and fear and maximise safety and security, underpinned by our workplace health and safety strategy.
• Celebration and reward for good performance, through employee recognition.
• Access to an employee assistance program – an external, confidential, self-referral employee wellbeing program, for personal or work-related matters.
• A mental health and wellbeing program providing psychological, peer support and critical incidence response programs.

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*Please Note - Applications will be reviewed and Interviewed as they are received.

Eligibility

• COVID19 (x3), Influenza and Immunisation requirements specific to position Infection Control requirements
• This position is subject to a satisfactory Police Check

Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of curiosity, purpose, strong ethics, compassion and fairness; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.

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