About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Psychiatric Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EEN) to work alongside Clinical Nurse Educators (CNEs) and the Psychiatric Nurse Consultant (PNC) within Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (MHWS). This role will focus on supporting the development of specialist skills and knowledge within the EEN workforce, particularly for those transitioning into MHWS.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part-time (64 hours per fortnight), Fixed-term position until August 2027
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse Level 4 (Educator)
• Salary Range: $100,739.60 pro rata, plus superannuation

This position is eligible for an incentive payment for rent, childcare, relocation costs and more, as part of the new workforce and incentive grants program administered by Rural Agency Workforce Victoria (RWAV) up to $10,000.

What you bring

• Registered as An Enrolled Nurse with the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Australia - Australian Health Professionals Regulation Authority.
• Provide evidence of medication endorsement and proficiency with administration within the scope of practice.
• Previous Experience as a PEN 3, or eligibility to be employed as a PEN 3.
• Desirable to have completed training in Preceptorship, mentoring or Clinical Supervision.
• Experience in working with individuals who have experienced problems such as; substance misuse, mental illness, psychological distress, intellectual disability, homelessness or other psychosocial stressors.
• Experience in working with persons who have Mental Health issues, in an acute treatment setting, community-based setting and PARC environment.
• A demonstrated knowledge of the relevant and current legislation and Frameworks relating to the consumer group including the Victorian Mental Health & Wellbeing Act 2022 is desirable.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio-economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 29 June 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024 with the classification Psychiatric Enrolled Nurse Level 4 (Educator).

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

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