Join our team at the Northern Beaches Hospital Mental Health Service

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate CNC1 Intake Clinician with strong customer service skills to join our Mental Health team at the Northern Beaches Hospital. As the central point of contact for our In-patient and Day programs, you will provide a timely, responsive, and proactive intake service to potential clients, their families, and key stakeholders.

Our Service includes the Mental Health Private Stream - The Northern Beaches Clinic, Ward 3D 'Older Persons' Mental Health, and Day Program. As an Intake Clinician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth transition of clients into our services.

Key Responsibilities:

· Act as the centralized intake point for all initial referrals and inquiries

· Conduct thorough assessments to determine suitability for admission

· Develop and maintain expertise in health fund contract content, rates, and rules

· Provide education, coaching, and training to team members

· Lead and manage quality improvement and practice/process enhancement projects

Requirements:

· Current Registration with AHPRA

· Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent

· Minimum 5 years' full-time postgraduate experience, with at least 3 years in the mental health field

· Approved postgraduate qualification relevant to mental health (or relevant field) or equivalent experience

About Northern Beaches Hospital

Northern Beaches Hospital offers world-class, Level 5 delineation services catering to both public and private patients. With 488 beds, a 50-bed Emergency Department, a 20-bed general and cardiothoracic ICU, 14 state-of-the-art theatres including cardiac catheter labs, a world-class education centre, doctors' lounge, and excellent staff facilities including a café and car parking, NBH provides an exceptional environment for healthcare professionals to excel.

From cardiothoracic surgery and neurosurgery to maternity services and emergency care, Northern Beaches Hospital offers a diverse range of services that facilitate career growth in various healthcare fields. We take pride in attracting some of Australia's leading clinical specialists and in serving as a training ground for the clinicians of the future. Our partnerships with esteemed tertiary education institutions, including the Northern Beaches Clinical School in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University, ensure a rich learning environment for staff.

Northern Beaches Hospital provides staff with opportunities to gain unique experience in a growing teaching hospital. Our culture is characterized by diversity, friendliness, and openness to new ideas.

Healthscope Benefits:

Our OneHealthscope rewards program offers access to various wellness benefits, discounted Healthscope services for you and your family, salary packaging, and more. Staff also enjoy discounted onsite parking at Northern Beaches Hospital and access to Fitness Passport!

· Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program.

· Free services, including medical examinations for employees, and discounted Healthscope services for permanent employees and their immediate families.

· Variety of leave options, salary packaging, and airline/club memberships.

To Apply:

All applications must be submitted online. Please click the Apply button to submit your application (which should include a cover letter, CV, and contact details for 2 current work-related referees).

If you are successful in securing the role, your salary will be determined based on your relevant experience against the current Healthscope Agreement.

Our commitment to quality and safety:

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff, and visitors is paramount. Applicants will be required to provide a current (issued within the last 12 months) National Police check and a NSW Working with Children's Check before appointment. Individuals in roles involving patient contact will also need to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases before commencing employment.