Community Mental Health Specialist

6 days ago


Traralgon, Victoria, Australia beBeeMentalHealth Full time $150,000 - $175,000

Forensic Mental Health Opportunities

We are establishing our new Regional and Rural Community Services in the Gippsland region. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new service, reflective of the expanding growth of Forensicare.

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, we're where you need to be.

You will be 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 in our newly established community operations within the Hume region, you can apply your specialist skills and advance your learning and career development. Together, we can contribute to a more connected, compassionate mental health and criminal justice system.

About this Role:

  • The Manager, in conjunction with the team, will support the establishment of the regional site and operations.
  • The Manager is responsible for coordinating the effective delivery of services delivered by the regional team. The role is required to coordinate the response to referral and program enquiries, develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the program, and ensure that performance targets are achieved.

Duties:

  • Provide high-level management, clinical, and forensic expertise to the regional and rural team.
  • Coordinate the implementation and operation of the regional team in conjunction with the Consultant Psychiatrist.
  • Oversee the ongoing development and implementation of the service model for regional forensic mental health services.
  • Coordinate the delivery of the regional team's interventions and reports.
  • Provide high-level advice to senior executives on emerging issues likely to impact the regional team.
  • Contribute at a senior level to strategic planning and service development activities.

What You Need:

  • Demonstrated commitment to mental health consumer recovery and incorporating consumer perspectives into service delivery.
  • Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate Board or Association as a Registered Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist.
  • Demonstrated minimum 10-year post-registration mental health experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate a multi-disciplinary team and lead complex programs effectively and efficiently.
  • Extensive experience in undertaking comprehensive psychosocial and risk assessments, and in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical mental health interventions.
  • Highly developed and effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to consult, liaise, facilitate, and negotiate with key stakeholders, mental health professionals, clients, and carers.
  • Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, mental health, and criminal justice systems.


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