Clinical Nurse Consultant or Psychologist or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - Senior ([...]

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Clinical Nurse Consultant or Psychologist or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - Senior (Mental Health Clinician - AMYOS) Nurse Grade 7 / HP4, Child and Youth Mental Health Services, Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services, Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals - H2501WB617288 Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare to our vibrant and diverse community. With a focus on excellence, compassion, and innovation, we are committed to providing exceptional care while fostering a supportive environment for our staff. At Wide Bay, you’re not just part of a health service – you’re part of a community that values care, connection and compassion for all! Ready to make an impact? Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Regional Queensland. Your Opportunity: Deliver high level professional clinical mental health services as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to optimise psycho-social outcomes for children and young people with severe and complex mental health problems and disorders, and their families and carers. Provide intensive, developmentally appropriate, community-centred, mental health interventions and ongoing assessment for adolescents who require higher intensity treatment, rehabilitation, and support to recover from mental illness. What we're looking for: Clinical Expertise - Demonstrated high level of knowledge, expertise, and skill in the provision of clinical services for adolescents with complex presentations who have high risk needs and are difficult to engage within a standard child and youth mental health service setting. Communication - Demonstrated high level of organisational, communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills and ability to apply these to contribute to innovation and change within the service unit (AMYOS) to support service delivery and improvement opportunities. Clinical Ability - Demonstrated ability to provide clinical services in a specialist area of clinical practice with a high degree of independence and capacity to adapt or modify practice to meet complex and high intensity consumer and carer needs. Leadership - Demonstrated ability to initiate, monitor and evaluate service unit initiatives and provide a high level of clinical supervision and advice to Unit and service managers within a specialised area of practice (AMYOS). Preferred Qualifications: Nursing: Mandatory possession of a nursing qualification from a registered tertiary institution or completion of an approved hospital training program and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential. Psychologist: Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as a Psychologist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential. Occupational Therapist: Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as an Occupational Therapist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential. Social Worker: Mandatory possession of a recognised degree in Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Eligibility is dependent on the candidate having completed a University level Social Work degree accredited by the AASW and that the candidate does not have any other outstanding professional competency or ethical issues or complaints known to the AASW which may preclude membership. Overseas qualified Social Work candidates require a “certification of eligibility” letter from the AASW to confirm their eligibility for membership. Overseas qualified applicants should include such evidence with their application to be considered for short-listing in the selection process. Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties. Eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner under the Mental Health Act 2016 is expected for this position. Why join us? Career Growth : At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture. Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish. Impactful Work: Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals. Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options. You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $164,212 p.a., comprising salary between $132,562 - $143,924 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7) or remuneration package value up to $157,360 p.a., comprising salary between $128,169 - $137,918 p.a. (HP4), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.). (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2501WB617288. Other benefits include: Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%) Annual Leave Loading (17.5%) Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits Professional Development Allowance Professional Development Leave Flexible work arrangements Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) Discover Fraser Coast The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. Applications - Closing Date: Monday, 10th March 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr