CFOS Therapy Service Clinician

Job Description

Fixed term temporary full time opportunity to provide advanced clinical expertise and care relevant to the delivery of formulation-driven therapy (psychological and psychosocial interventions) to consumers of public mental health services, whose behaviours are causing harm or putting themselves or others at risk of harm. About you Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values: Apply latest evidence and high-level understanding of contemporary, clinical practice standards as relevant to the coordination of information and provision of mental health services and forensic interventions. Provide consultation-liaison assistance to mental health services and other relevant stakeholders in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing risk management of complex patients presenting with serious mental illnesses and violent and other concerning behaviours. Input into the development and facilitation of training and education in forensic mental health and intervention topics to mental health treatment teams and other relevant stakeholders. Collaborate with others in the provision of policy advice on issues relating to professional and clinical practice, education and research relating to forensic mental health services. Health Equity It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services; and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide. Benefits when working for us Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas. Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases. Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging. Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED #J-18808-Ljbffr