Living Well Program Coordinator
· Social Work, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist - Join our team today!
· Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
· Inclusive and Diverse workplace
· Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
· 0.6 - Full Time
· 10-month Parental leave contract
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Allied Health team at The Melbourne Clinic. We are currently seeking a suitably qualified Grade 3 clinician (Social Work, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist) to join our multidisciplinary team and provide evidence-based interventions to support a range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, eating disorders, OCD and neurodevelopmental conditions.
The Melbourne Clinic (TMC) is a large private mental health service, comprising of inpatient, Day Program and Outreach services. TMC provides therapeutic interventions
The Melbourne Clinic is an inclusive and diverse workplace. Welcoming of all patients staff and visitors, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity or sexuality. We are committed to providing our staff with a structured induction and orientation, and opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. We value individuality and embrace people with differing experiences, knowledge and skills with the intention of building a thriving, professional working environment that is both nurturing and a safe.
· Working with the LWP Manager and discipline chiefs to provide leadership and support to the Living Well Program team,
· Provide clinical supervision to staff and students as required,
· Contribute to the triage and facilitation of individual sessions to inpatients (relevant to discipline),
· To facilitate groups within the Living Well Program and in other specialist programs as required, E.g., psychoeducation and group therapy sessions based on DBT, CBT, ACT principles.
· To coordinate the program timetables as required for All Ages, Older Adults and ICU
· To support the Living Well Manager in staff allocation, managing leave cover and orientation of new staff
· To participate in the evaluation and development of policies and programs as necessary
Selection Criteria:
· Appropriate qualifications in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Psychology (i.e., Ma or D.Psych if a psychologist),
· Registration with AHPRA or eligibility with AASW is essential
· If a psychologist: endorsement in Clinical or Neuropsychology (preferable) along with registration as a board approved supervisor.
· Clinical experience in the provision of evidence-based interventions in mental health settings,
· Exceptional time management and communication skills, and aability to work autonomously,
· Proven skill in the facilitation of therapeutic programs and ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team,
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate, and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 3rd June 2024
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.