Mental Health Specialist in Rural Victoria

1 month ago

Ballarat Central, Victoria, Australia Ballarat Health Services Full time

We are seeking a skilled Mental Health Clinician to join our team at Grampians Health in Ararat, Victoria. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in rural mental health services.

The successful candidate will have experience working in community mental health teams and possess strong clinical assessment skills. They will work collaboratively with senior clinicians and team leaders to deliver comprehensive bio-psycho-social clinical assessments, treatment, and care plans that prioritize consumer-centered and family-inclusive practice.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct thorough mental health assessments to identify needs for consumers and families.
  • Work as the primary treating clinician within a multidisciplinary team focused on continuous improvement, community-based, evidence-based best practices.
  • Develop, implement, and review individualized treatment plans addressing biological, psychological, and social needs.
  • Evaluate treatment outcomes to ensure optimal recovery for consumers and families.
  • Actively involve families in care delivery, promoting recovery-oriented practices in everyday clinical work.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in daily clinical practice regarding the routine, active involvement of families in the delivery of clinical treatments.

The role requires the ability to work both independently and within a team structure. Relevant professional qualification and current registration are essential. Ideally, you will have experience working in a community mental health team, with strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Grampians Health offers a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, monthly ADO for full-time employees, and five weeks annual leave. Additionally, you can increase your take-home pay with a salary package up to $9,010 in living expenses and $2,650 on meals, entertainment, venue hire, or holidays. We also offer staff rewards and recognition programs.

Relocation support may be available to support your move to Ararat, with up to $15,000 in incentive payments to help cover relocation costs. The Victorian Government has allocated funds to support rural and regional Area Mental Health Services to provide incentives to attract workers to roles that are difficult to fill.

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