Peer Support Worker

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2480 Lismore, New South Wales $24 - $35 hour Cornerstone Medical Recruitment

Posted 16 days ago

Job Description

Join the Acute Care Mental Health Team, delivering urgent mental health assessments, risk management, brief interventions and coordinated referrals for adults in crisis. Work within a collaborative team committed to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care.

Conduct mental health assessments & crisis interventions

Collaborate with stakeholders for care & discharge planning

Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic support

Experience

Social Worker, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist,or Counsellor (AHPRA/AASW registration as applicable)

Experience in acute or community mental health

Strong crisis assessment & intervention skills

Valid NSW driver's licence

NSW Working With Children Check

12-week contract with potential extension

Daily meal allowance

Supportive multidisciplinary team environment

Travel and accommodation support available

Apply now

For a confidential chat, contact Luke Thomas at cmr on or

Posted today

Job Description

Experienced Psychologist/Accredited Mental Health Social Workers/Mental Health O.T's to work within our Perinatal Mental Health Face to Face Location in Taree, NSW
We offer immediate or flexible start dates, client sourcing, administrative support and service promotion. No rental or overheads contribution is required.
The Position:We're looking for Clinical Psychologists, Registered Psychologists, Accredited Mental Health Social Workers & Mental Health Occupational Therapists to deliver psychological support to expectant and new parents at our established Gidget House site in Taree, located in Tresillian Taree Family Care Centre. Our specialist perinatal (conception to one year post-partum) clinicians provide a wide range of individual, couple and parent-infant therapies to women and their partners. In addition to pre-conception counselling, we offer services to those experiencing, or at risk of developing, perinatal depressive, anxiety and trauma or stressor-related disorders. Support is also provided to women and their partners who have experienced a pregnancy or childbirth-related loss, e.g: stillbirth, miscarriage or termination.
The service is delivered through Medicare's Better Access Initiative and the remuneration for clinicians is therefore the affiliated Medicare Rebate.
Gidget Foundation Australia offers more than $20k in annual benefits, including:

Free Supervision (group and individual) and free professional development CPD opportunities.
Access to free specialist PMH seminars & all costs covered to attend the GFA PMH Conference.
Full-time or multiple part time contractor positions
Centralised appointment booking management and free administrative support
Marketing, website, service promotion and free room rental
Free parking & travel costs where appropriate
Opportunity to specialise in perinatal mental health and early intervention with PHM specialists

Requirements:

Demonstrated proficiency in comprehensive psychological assessment and evidence-based therapy relevant to expectant and new parents with perinatal mental health issues.
AHPRA registration with endorsements in psychology or accreditation as a mental health social worker if relevant.
At least 3 years post-registration experience, with specific experience working with perinatal clients or in a complementary field. (For social workers, demonstrated independent caseload management experience with perinatal clients prior to accreditation may be considered).
Demonstrated ability to work within a recovery-oriented model, utilising a person/family centred approach.
Demonstrated high level communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently under approved professional supervision.
Effective caseload management.

If this role sounds like a role you would be interested in, but you don't have the experience, we also offer a Perinatal & Infant Mental Health Training program. This is a free perinatal skills development program which is available to clinicians with general mental health experience.

The Foundation:
Gidget Foundation Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that supports the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents.
"Gidget" was the nickname of a vibrant young mother who tragically took her own life while suffering postnatal depression. She hid her suffering from even her loving family and friends. Together, they created Gidget Foundation Australia determined that what happened to Gidget would not happen to others.
To Apply :
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Referees will be sought upon short list completion.
Please contact Peni Bailey, Clinician Recruitment and Engagement Manager for further enquiries, or .
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions at Gidget Foundation Australia.
Gidget Foundation Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Mental Health Registered Nurse

2220 Hurstville, New South Wales $22 - $34 hour Cornerstone Medical Recruitment

Posted 10 days ago

Job Description

Permanent

About the Opportunity

As a Mental Health RN, you will:

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with acute and chronic mental health needs.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centred care.
• Support patients and families in decision-making, advocacy, and discharge planning.
• Supervise and mentor ENs and AINs where required.
• Contribute to clinical quality, safety, and improvement initiatives.
• Provide clear and confident communication, particularly when discussing risks and patient safety.

Skills and Experience

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of 3 years' mental health nursing experience.
• Strong clinical and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a private hospital setting, with professionalism and teamwork.
• Experience in drug and alcohol nursing.
• Confidence in patient advocacy and communicating risks.
• Permanent, full-time nursing positions (no casual or contract work).
• Salary aligned with experience under Level 1.4 RN classification.
• Convenient location - 2 mins walk from Hurstville Station.
• Discounted staff parking ($5/day).
• Opportunity to join a growing mental health hospital with expansion plans.

About the Location/Team

This is a reputable private mental health hospital located in Hurstville, providing high-quality inpatient and outpatient mental health services. The hospital is expanding capacity to meet patient demand, including new beds dedicated to drug and alcohol services. The focus is on delivering safe, evidence-based care in a supportive team environment.

About the Opportunity

As a Mental Health RN, you will:

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with acute and chronic mental health needs.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centred care.
• Support patients and families in decision-making, advocacy, and discharge planning.
• Supervise and mentor ENs and AINs where required.
• Contribute to clinical quality, safety, and improvement initiatives.
• Provide clear and confident communication, particularly when discussing risks and patient safety.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of 3 years' mental health nursing experience.
• Strong clinical and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a private hospital setting, with professionalism and teamwork.

Desirable

• Experience in drug and alcohol nursing.
• Previous private mental health hospital experience.
• Confidence in patient advocacy and communicating risks.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time nursing positions (no casual or contract work).
• Salary aligned with experience under Level 1.4 RN classification.
• Convenient location - 2 mins walk from Hurstville Station.
• Discounted staff parking ($5/day).
• Opportunity to join a growing mental health hospital with expansion plans.

About the Location/Team

This is a reputable private mental health hospital located in Hurstville, providing high-quality inpatient and outpatient mental health services. The hospital is expanding capacity to meet patient demand, including new beds dedicated to drug and alcohol services. The focus is on delivering safe, evidence-based care in a supportive team environment.

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate and a skilled Mental Health Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference, I would love to hear from you Please submit your CV to or call or click "Apply Now"

Registered Nurse Mental Health

2000 Sydney, New South Wales $33 - $48 hour Cornerstone Medical Recruitment

Posted 74 days ago

Job Description

Join us as a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, acute, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for a minimum 12-week contract in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings, providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.

Why Choose cmr?

• Diverse Working Environments : Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures.
• Competitive Compensation : Earn up to $87 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances.
• Professional Growth : Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise.
• Adventure & Exploration : Discover new places while doing what you love.
• Supportive Employer : Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way.

As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with CMR, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Acute Mental Health : Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Inpatient Units : Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
• Community Mental Health : Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.

Criteria:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications : Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience : A minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing.
• Communication Skills : Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation : A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility : Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced RN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now and start your next career adventure with cmr.

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