About the role
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the care of Gailes Community Care Unit residents by providing advanced clinical support tasks delegated under the direct or indirect supervision of a clinician. This role provides a comprehensive psychosocial intervention (under direction of a treating Clinician) and community linkages to support mental health consumers to access a range of services to promote recovery.
This role works collaboratively with residents and the multi-disciplinary team to support efficient operation of rehabilitation services. This role will be required to work all shifts as per a request-based roster and will support service delivery 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Ability to apply advanced knowledge to support service provision, such as knowledge of health care system, computer literacy, medical terminology, mental health conditions and recovery focused practice.
• Knowledge of the roles of all multidisciplinary team members and experience working within a delegation framework in a mental health service context is highly desirable.
• Self-management skills, including time management, an ability to identify, organise, plan and prioritise tasks, complete duties in a timely manner with limited supervision, anticipate and problem solve, ability to follow directions and working in a team environment.
• Possess a high level of communication skills to develop rapport and a professional relationship with residents. This includes providing assertive and active supports to encourage residents to achieve their goals.
• Ability to assess individual needs, abilities and interests to appropriately plan, implement and evaluate mental health consumer-focused independent living programs and social engagement strategies.
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful relationships and work harmoniously with all members of the multidisciplinary team within a delegation model.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Completion of recognised training at least equivalent to a Cert IV in Mental Health Work (non-clinical).
• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link
Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.