Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse

 Employment Type -  Temporary Part Time (until 16 August 2026)

Hours per fortnight - 48 

Job Category - Nursing - Enrolled Nurse

Req Id

• Provide holistic, therapeutic care, governed by least restrictive practices
• Further your career at MHDAS within our internationally recognised service
• Temporary Part time position (until 16 August 2026) | 48 hours per fortnight.

About Barwon Health 

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all. 

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

About Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Services (MHDAS)

MHDAS provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and drug & alcohol issues, and their families.

Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive. We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide for seamless integrated care for our clients.

MHDAS is entering a new phase of co-design of our service system with people who access our services and our wider community. This will build on our nationally recognized unique cultural approach to the challenges of recovery oriented service delivery to redesign our service system. 

The Community Rehabilitation Facility (CRF) and Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) service

Located in Belmont, CRF / PARC supports recovery oriented mental health assessment, treatment and support for individuals experiencing mental distress.

CRF is a 12 bed residential program offering support based on what the individual needs as part of their recovery journey including, but not limited to skill building for independent living, introduction to therapy, distress tolerance, hearing voices support, engagement in community programs/services and more.

CRF is collocated with the Prevention and Recovery Program (PARC) program, an 8 bed subacute mental health program. PARC is a voluntary program providing support either after an admission to the Swanston Centre Acute Unit, or to prevent an admission by providing intensive support in a community-based environment.

About the role

As the Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse, you will work under the supervision of the Registered Psychiatric Nurse and team leader. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing high quality, best practice direct delivery of psychiatric treatment and care to consumers
• Being part of the multidisciplinary team operating from a Recovery Orientated perspective
• Demonstrating respect for individual's values, customs and spiritual beliefs to ensure patient care is effective and culturally appropriate

About you

• Registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)
• Medication endorsement
• Committed to providing Recovery Orientated service delivery
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2022 and its amendments
• Previous experience in acute mental health nursing
• Sound knowledge of current psychiatric principles and practices

About the culture  

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development. 

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.

Diversity and Inclusion 

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. 

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.  

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. 

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way. 

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards. 

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact person: Matthew Kiebert | Nurse Unit Manager | CRF/PARC
Email:  

Application closing date: September 10, 2025

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