Acute Care Clinician - Incentives Offered
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ538989 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1-2, Occupational Therapist Level 1-2, Psychologist
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Location: Armidale Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ538989
Applications Close: Sunday, 8th December 2024
Join the Tablelands Acute Care Team and play a pivotal role in providing initial assessments and intensive follow-up interventions within a trauma-informed and recovery-focused framework. This role involves active engagement and communication with key stakeholders, including GPs, families, NDIS, and other private practitioners and services. This is an exceptional opportunity for a mental health clinician eager to gain experience on an Acute Mental Health Team in a rural setting. You will be part of a small, multidisciplinary team and benefit from working alongside senior clinicians in a supportive learning environment.
The Tablelands Acute Care Team is conveniently co-located with the Armidale Community Mental and general health services at the Armidale Community Health Centre, less than 1 km from the CBD. The position offers a 7-day rotating shift roster with no night shifts, ensuring a balanced work schedule.
About you:
We are seeking a clinician with strong skills in assessment and treatment planning, as well as the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Our ideal candidate will have or be in the process of developing a comprehensive range of clinical skills, demonstrating proficiency in managing time and prioritising tasks efficiently.
Your ability to engage with clients and stakeholders, combined with your commitment to a trauma-informed and recovery-focused approach, will be crucial in this role. If you are a motivated and adaptable professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a rural mental health setting, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements:
- Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- *Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Kemp on Elizabeth.Kemp1@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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