Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Mental Health Professionals
Remuneration: 112396 - 116038
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ559456
Advertising closes: 18 March 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing
IMHAOD Declaration
Each person's unique journey of recovery will be supported by mental health drug and alcohol services in a way that fosters hope, purpose and resilience.

IMHAOD Statement of Intention
The intention of the MNCLHD Integrated Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Services (IMHAOD) is to provide recovery-oriented, trauma informed services that are guided by evidence-based practices and collaboration.

The Transition and Physical Health Coordinator is primarily responsible for two primary functions.

1. Within the wider multidisciplinary team to coordinate, negotiate, and manage discharge planning needs of consumers to facilitate a smooth transition from hospital to the Community Mental Health Service and coordinate 7-day post discharge follow up clinics
2. Coordinate physical and metabolic care pathways ensuring the physical health of consumers is monitored and interventions are put in place.

About you

The suitable application requires qualifications eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Registered Nurse - with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Relevant post registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualifications or such other qualifications or relevant equivalent experience; or qualifications eligible for appointment as a Counsellor or Welfare Officer and evidence of clinical leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary framework to plan, deliver and coordinate patient care.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Serena Kerins on [email protected]

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]

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