▷ [Urgent Search] Greater Geelong Queenscliffe (GGQ) Local Mental Health Clinician

Greater Geelong Queenscliffe (GGQ) Local Mental Health Clinician Employment Type -Temporary Full Time Hours per fortnight -80 Job Category - RPN3, OT2, SW2, Psychologist 2 - Provide assessments, care planning, and therapeutic interventions. - Collaborate across services to ensure seamless care for consumers. - Join a supportive team focused on inclusion, hope, and community wellbeing. About Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all. MHDAS provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and drug & alcohol issues, and their families. Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive. We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide for seamless integrated care for our clients. MHDAS is entering a new phase of co-design of our service system with people who access our services and our wider community. This will build on our nationally recognized unique cultural approach to the challenges of recovery‑oriented service delivery to redesign our service system. About the facility Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac. Committed to transforming mental health for Victorians, we're driven by the Royal Commission's call for ambitious change. Our aim: an empowering mental health system for all in Victoria. Introducing the Greater Geelong and Borough of Queenscliffe (GGQ) Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, a collaborative effort by Barwon Health, Watharoung Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd, Wellways Australia, and ERMHA365. This service is built on positivity, hope, and inclusion. Whether you're a consumer, caregiver, or provider, we start with a warm question: "Welcome, how can we help?" Seamlessly connecting local, area, and wellbeing services, our approach relies on standardized tools, coordinated care plans, and clear digital and physical pathways. About the role As a Mental Health Clinician within the GGQ Local, you will play a key role in supporting consumers, carers, and providers by providing high-quality mental health care and coordination. You will engage with individuals across various platforms, digital, phone, and face‑to‑face – with a focus on seamless integration between services, ensuring the best outcomes for those in need. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct assessments and develop care plans - Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions - Coordinate care across multiple services and providers - Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment focused on consumer care About You You are a compassionate and skilled clinician with a deep understanding of mental health and wellbeing. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Your commitment to inclusive and holistic care will align with our core values of people, purpose, and place. Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. About the culture You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development. - Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction. - A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. - Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career. - Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650. Inclusion and Diversity Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all. We encourage applications from: - Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples - LGBTIQA+ community members - People of all gender identities - People with disability - Culturally and linguistically diverse communities If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us. Peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au Barwon Health is a totally smoke‑free workplace. We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au) Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr