Program Manager

Program Manager (RPN 5) - Melbourne Assessment Prison

• Full Time Permanent Position Based at Melbourne Assessment Prison
• Salary Range $127, $144,190.80 plus super & benefits

About Forensicare

Forensicare (the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health) is the leading provider of forensic mental health services across Victoria, Australia. We deliver recovery-focused programs to consumers with serious mental illnesses across the Victorian justice system, mental health sector and the community – from early intervention and prevention to inpatient care, rehabilitation, and community transition support.

About the Role

The Program Manager is an integral part of the nursing team and has responsibility and accountability for providing high level management and direction for the overall development of the unit, including planning, development of human, physical and financial resources and overseeing the delivery of multi-disciplinary services. This position engages with other managers and service providers across Justice Health, Forensicare and custodial and program staff to improve and maintain the unit and service's management, clinical, educational and support activities. The position must provide direction and support that is aligned to the outcomes of the Forensicare Strategic Plan, the National Mental Health Standards, the Mental Health Act 2014 and other relevant legislation, standards and competencies.

Job Location

The position is based at the Melbourne Assessment Prison (MAP Spencer Street, West Melbourne, VIC. The Program Manager will provide oversight of the 16 bed Adult Assessment Unit (AAU) and Primary Mental Health Services at MAP including mental health reception screening, at risk / crisis services and all outpatient outreach services inclusive of Psychology, Occupational Therapy & Social Work.

Your primary functions will be, but not limited to;

• Work within an ethically and legally sound framework.
• Establish and sustain a high-quality standard of clinical care that is responsive and tailored to patient choices, circumstances, needs and preferences.
• Maintain a general understanding and knowledge of patient status, treatment needs and progress.
• Ensure practice complies with recognised legislation, recovery frameworks, standards and code of ethics.
• Be an effective role model for other staff and act to rectify clinical practice when required.
• Liaise with the Nursing and Practice Development Unit to undertake practice development projects.
• Liaise with Discipline Seniors to ensure Standards of Practice are met.
• Deliver patient services within agreed budget parameters, including the development, monitoring and reporting of unit budget

Skills and experience

Demonstrated commitment to mental health consumer recovery.

• Hold a Postgraduate Diploma (Nursing Practice Mental Health) or equivalent and possess current registration with AHPRA.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in translating current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) standards of practice, contemporary forensic mental health nursing practices and relevant legislation into practice, coupled with significant post registration experience in a similar role.
• Models and leads the development of recovery-focused initiatives for the delivery of quality, recovery-focused mental health care.
• Leverages working relationships with colleagues and high-level knowledge of nursing practices to build strong connections, cooperation and collaboration.
• Significant experience in leading teams through organisational and unit change, building a motivated and collaborative team.
• Demonstrated commitment to leading the organisation's mission, vision and values in all aspects of interaction with staff, colleagues and patients.
• Identifies opportunities for ongoing professional development of self and contributes to the development of others.
• Demonstrates accountability and effectiveness in managing financial and human resources.
• Proficient in using systems and technology for reporting, communication and patient documentation.

Benefits

• Celebration and reward for good performance, through employee recognition.
• A mental health and wellbeing program provided
• Professional Development training opportunities to suit your career goal
• Access to an employee assistance program – an external, confidential, self-referral employee wellbeing program, for personal or work-related matters.
• Fitness passport – discounted unparalleled access to a wide range of gyms, pools and fitness centres
• Yearly retention payment of $2000 to Full Time employees, pro rata for Part Time
• Refer a friend program, get up to a $1000
• Salary sacrificing of $9,010 and $2650 meal allowance per annum
• Social Club, access to discounted cinema tickets, AFL games, Zoos, Concerts etc
• Comprehensive Orientation Day before you start, and buddy system available

Ready to Apply

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Eligibility Requirements

• This position is subject to a Police Check.
• Hold a valid Victorian Working With Children Check
• COVID19 & Influenza Vaccination Evidence
• Register and maintain your qualifications on eCredential

Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.