Nurse Unit Manager

This mission statement underpins all that we do at South Pacific Private and is the reason why our greatest and most valued resource is our staff. For almost 30 years, South Pacific Private has been providing a unique opportunity for both personal and professional development for those who work in this field.

South Pacific Private is known as a thought leader in the field of addiction treatment in Australia and leads the way in the treatment of mental illness, addiction, trauma-related conditions, and co-occurring disorders. The treatment centre offers a dynamic and stimulating workplace where we strive to support our staff in developing their professional expertise with a comprehensive staff training, HR and supervision

program.

From our hiring process to our treatment delivery, we value and embrace diversity across race, culture, ethnicity, indigenous status, gender, class, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious belief and mental and physical ability.

South Pacific Private is a proud participant in the Rainbow Tick Accreditation program for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and as an organization, we support Black Lives Matter and believe that love is love, trans rights are human rights and that no human being is illegal. South Pacific Private recognizes the Gayamaygal people as the traditional owners and custodians of the land upon which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

About us:

South Pacific Private's mission is 'To change lives and heal families' by providing Australians with the most holistic, comprehensive and proven treatment programs for addiction, trauma and mental health issues.

As a fully-accredited, 54-bed private hospital, South Pacific offers the very highest levels of clinical expertise. South Pacific Private is part of Sana Health Group, an Australasian leader in behavioural health services. All programs are supervised by a multi-disciplinary and expert team of psychiatrists, psychologist, general practitioners, registered nurses, psychotherapist and counsellors.

South Pacific Private recognises the Gayamaygal people as the traditional owners and custodians of the land upon which we work. From hiring to treatment delivery, we value and embrace diversity across race, culture, ethnicity, indigenous status, gender identity, class, sexual orientation, religious belief and physical ability. Ensuring equity and inclusion for our staff and in access to our services as a priority. We are a non-smoking facility.

An exciting opportunity is available to join South Pacific Private as a part-time Nurse Unit Manager.

As a Nurse Unit Manager you will play an integral role in leading nursing services and as part of the multi-disciplinary team delivering treatment pathways and programs at South Pacific Private.

About You:

AHPRA registered nurse with 4+ years experience.

Strong leadership skills along with the ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary environment.

You will have exceptional communication skills and a passion for delivering excellent client care and customer service.

Management or relevant post-graduate specialty qualifications will be highly regarded but not essential.

Experience or exposure to managing clinical staff recruitment, rostering and performance management.

Standard Criteria:

Professional integrity, adherence to a professional code of ethics and confidentiality requirements as per SPP policy and NSQHS requirements

Strong interpersonal communication skills and professional boundaries

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment effectively, respecting difference and diversity

What We Offer:

Free onsite parking and fantastic cafe in walking distance

Beautiful beachside location

Continuous professional education and development

A genuine opportunity to collaborate and work with a multi-disciplinary team

A workplace wellbeing program including access to an Employee Assistance Program.

At South Pacific Private we believe every staff member is a precious, valuable and unique human being. We provide an environment that are respectful, inclusive and safe. This includes offering a setting that is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ people embracing diversity and affirming whatever your gender identity or sexuality. We ask our staff to be well-informed and sensitive to the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ people, and they understand the complexities and challenges LGBTQIA+ people face when accessing services and in the workplace. South Pacific Private is committed to working with you to better understand the diverse needs and strengths of each individual.

The role would suit someone with the right experience to work in a wonderful location on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.

What to do next:

Apply by email to with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long).