CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Mental Health Care Coordination Team

Job Description

Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Registered NurseRemuneration: $1,382.80 - $1,941.40 per weekHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ549701An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Mental Health Coordination Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where you will play a pivotal role in coordinating mental health care and support for individuals in need. As a key member of our team, you will work alongside experienced professionals to deliver integrated care that enhances the well-being of those living with mental health challenges. If you’re passionate about making a real difference in mental health care, we encourage you to apply and contribute to a team committed to providing compassionate, high-quality services to the local community. About You You have current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You possess demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently in a range of mental health settings with a commitment to contemporary mental health service provision principles. You have demonstrated high level of communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in partnership with consumers, carers and General Practitioners. Where you'll be working The position of Registered Nurse, Care Coordination Team, Non-Acute Community Mental Health Service exists within the Central Coast Local Health District. The position is based in Community Health Centres on the Central Coast and may include shift work at times. The Non-Acute Community Mental Health Service team is a multidisciplinary team that provides non-acute assessment and care planning and treatment for consumers presenting with a mental illness in the moderate to severe range. The position sits within the multidisciplinary team comprising Psychology, Social Work and Nursing. All aspects of service design and delivery are recovery oriented and therefore client-centred, collaborative, family inclusive and trauma-informed. The recovery model assumes that people with complex mental health conditions have the capacity to improve and to live a life that is not defined by their illness. The teams liaise closely with local General Practitioners and other service providers to assist consumers in developing sustainable support networks and promoting positive mental health outcomes. The Registered Nurse is an integral part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing nursing care to patients and consumers of the health service; and leading, directing and supervising other nurses and care roles in the team, such as Assistants in Nursing and Enrolled Nurses, to support quality care for patients/consumers. What We Offer Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast. Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions. Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax. Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership. Social Club. Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Child Safe Standard Commitment Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes. The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative . For more information, please visit: Applications Close: Monday, 24 February 2025 at 11.59pm You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367. #J-18808-Ljbffr