Outreach Manager

_Contribute to a positive team culture within The Melbourne Clinic_
- _Join Australia’s largest private mental health service - make a difference in people’s lives_
- _Immerse yourself in an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment_

The Melbourne Clinic (TMC) are the lookout for an experienced and passionate Outreach Program Manager to lead our outreach initiatives and expand our impact in the community. This role will be crucial in developing and managing programs that connect individuals with vital mental health services and resources.

**About us**

The Melbourne Clinic (TMC) is a large private mental health service, comprising of inpatient, Day Program and Outreach services. You will work with the team to achieve operational goals and maintain clinical integrity of therapeutic programs.

The Melbourne Clinic is an inclusive and diverse workplace. Welcoming of all patient’s, staff, and visitors, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity or sexuality. We are committed to providing our staff with a structured induction and orientation and opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. We value individuality and embrace people with differing experiences, knowledge and skills with the intention of building a thriving, professional working environment that is both nurturing and a safe.

**Position summary**

The Outreach Program Manager will oversee the efficient organisation, coordination, and competent operational management of the outreach services. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of high-quality care, from initial referrals through to assessment and ongoing support.

**As the Outreach Program Manager, your responsibilities will include**:

- Oversee the Outreach Clinical Continuum of Care including referral responses, assessment, care planning, care implementation, care review, and separation processes
- Lead and manage the performance of a designated multidisciplinary Outreach team
- Ensure service compliance with all relevant legislation and policies
- Facilitate effective communication with referrers, patients, carers, treating psychiatrists, inter-facing programs, and outreach staff
- Manage resources allocated to the Outreach service, including staff and vehicles

**Essential Criteria**:

- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in social work, clinical psychology, occupational therapy and nursing
- Eligibility for membership of the above professional Australian Associations
- 5 years’ experience working within the mental health space
- Minimum of 2 years’ managerial experience
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to work collaboratively and build relationships in the community with ease
- Well-organised with strong time management skills
- Full valid Australian driver’s license

**Why Healthscope?**

We care about your career at Healthscope.

No matter where you go within our community of care, you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow.

Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.

We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia. But why does that matter? Our team is made up of over 19,000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally, we come together to strive for better, sharing learnings, supporting each other, celebrating successes and facing challenges together.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.

Applications close**: October 11**th** 2024