This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000(pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000(pro-rata part time), under theNSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.To recognise ongoing service in this role, once the successful candidate has served a qualifying period, they will become entitled to a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (as taxable income).For more information, please discuss incentive options with the contact person for this role.
How to apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible
- Recognised degree/qualification in an Nursing or Allied Health (Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Social Welfare/Counselling with eligibility for APHRA/Professional Association registration where relevant and a minimum of three years clinical experience in mental health.
- Demonstrated understanding of the effects of severe and persistent mental illness and drug and alcohol on people and a willingness to actively engage with consumers to support and implement transition planning.
- Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers and their families to enhance health outcomes.
- Proven clinical experience within a multi-disciplinary team with the ability to provide consultancy, education and training on clinical issues relating to PCLI.
- Proven organisational and negation skills around service change, and connecting with other professionals.
- Computer competence and literacy, including the use of database systems and telehealth based services
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate meaningfully with consumers and carers with a commitment and understanding of recovery principles in mental health service provision.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of NSW Mental Health Act 2007 and other relevant legislative pieces to meet long stay consumer needs.
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For role related queries or questions contact Tracey Zeiser on [email protected]
Applications Close: 17th of May 2024
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At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with adisability and people from theLGBTQI+community to apply