Mental Health Crisis Responder
4 days ago
Mackay Hospital and Health Service provides health services across regional, community, and rural settings. Our expanding Health Service fosters a culture of collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork. The workplace is fast-paced, challenging, and supportive, where every employee plays a critical role in our success.
Working with Mackay Hospital and Health Service offers unique opportunities you won't experience in metropolitan hospitals.
About the RoleThe Acute Care Team seeks applications for a Mental Health Co-Responder (Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Social Worker or Clinical Nurse Consultant) on a permanent basis.
Your Opportunity:
The Co-Responder Program aims to prevent and resolve mental health crisis situations through enhanced cooperation between Queensland Health and Queensland Ambulance Service.
About the TeamAcute Care Services provide 24/7 specialized mental health services to consumers within our catchment area. This includes the Mental Health Inpatient Unit and the Acute Care Team. We focus on improving mental health outcomes for individuals with severe mental illness who have become acutely unwell.
Our teams, including the Crisis Support Space and Step Up Step Down programs, focus on hospital avoidance and ongoing recovery-focused care.
About Our Hospital and Health ServiceMackay Hospital and Health Service operates six hospitals, two multi-purpose health services, and four community health centers, employing over 3,700 staff. We cover an area of approximately 90,000 square kilometers and provide services to patients and their families across various locations.
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Mackay, Queensland, Australia Mackay Hospital and Health Service Full timeAre you passionate about delivering exceptional patient care? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health crises?Mackay Hospital and Health Service is seeking a skilled Mental Health Co-Responder to join our Acute Care Team. As an Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Social Worker, or Clinical Nurse Consultant, you...
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