HNELHD - Assistant in Nursing - Program Therapy

Kickstart your nursing career by making a difference in eating disorder treatment within an innovative and supportive environment!


Employment Type:  Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing
Remuneration: $51,844.63 - $56,885.08 Per Year + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Charlestown | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ535239
Applications Close: Monday 9th December 2024
Tentative Interview Date: Friday 13th December 2024

If the below sounds like you we’d LOVE to see you apply!

• Are you experienced or interested in working with individuals with eating disorders?
• Do you have strong interpersonal skills, a flexible approach, and a willingness to expand your knowledge and experience?
• Can you work collaboratively and respectfully, demonstrating warmth and compassion for others?

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, 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:

• Orientation plus ongoing education and training
• Opportunities for professional development
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• 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 their families
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) or a student currently enrolled in Registered Nursing training who is eager to work with individuals experiencing eating disorders, within a specialist mental health rehabilitation framework. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team of nursing, medical, and allied health professionals to support the delivery of a comprehensive therapy program. The program aims to address both the physical and mental health needs of clients, offering a holistic approach to care.

This role provides a unique chance to be part of an innovative new service, with opportunities for professional growth and development. The AIN will receive direct support from experienced registered nursing staff who will provide day-to-day guidance and will be line-managed by the REDC Manager. As part of a specialist multidisciplinary team (MDT), the AIN will have the chance to enhance their skills and experience in working with individuals with eating disorders and their families. Additionally, performance development reviews will offer further opportunities to expand knowledge and expertise in this field.

The start date for the position will be confirmed during the interview, and a comprehensive orientation will be provided. This will include service-wide training and team-building activities, ensuring that all team members begin their roles on the same day, fully prepared and supported.


Where you’ll be working:

In 2024, Hunter New England Local Health District will be opening Baiangbaiyaang, a statewide, comprehensive eating disorder treatment service. This service will include a Residential Eating Disorders Centre (REDC) in Charlestown and an Eating Disorder Day Program (EDDP) in Newcastle. Baiangbaiyaang will operate alongside existing specialised tertiary services, engaging a wide range of stakeholders across both public and private sectors. Operationally, it will be integrated within the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD).

About REDC: These 12 beds, brand new, purpose- built facility will provide an innovative model of care for people 16 years and over, with an eating disorder in a homelike environment. A skilled multidisciplinary team will provide an intensive program of individual and group interventions, using a rehabilitation framework. Interventions will focus on specialist treatment for eating disorders together with addressing psychosocial disruption and overall quality of life.

About EDDP: This service offers a group therapy program 4 days per week and is designed as an adjunct to ongoing care. Clients benefit from meal support at breakfast, morning tea and lunch as well as education and skills-based groups supporting clients to tackle challenges and build a life worth living. 

The service will be operational 24/7 with the AIN role undertaking shifts across a 7-day flexible rotating roster

Additional information:

• 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 arrangements will be considered (minimum 4 days per week).
• 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.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. 

Requirements:

Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Certificate III Assistant in Nursing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree (completion of first year and first semester or trimester of second year) or have equivalent experience.
• Eligible to drive in NSW.
• Must hold a valid Working with Children Check.

Want to know more? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Mcgloin on Rachel.McGloin@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. 
 
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.  
  

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 

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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