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• Exciting leadership opportunity within our supportive and collaborative team
• Respectful culture & innovative management
• Excellent salary packaging benefits and discounted onsite parking
Who We Are and What We Stand For
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care.
In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
Where We Are
Based in South-East Melbourne, less than an hour from Melbourne CBD, Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula region are stunning beachside locations with a great sense of community. The areas are well-serviced by public transport, educational, sporting, recreational and retail facilities. Enjoy swimming with dolphins, bathing in the hot springs, walking through national parks, surfing, sailing or simply relaxing beachside.
Join Peninsula Health and be surrounded by beach, bush, an impressive array of restaurants & cafes, beautiful parks and gardens, and endless opportunities for fun!
Relocation support may be available.
What We Offer You
• Relocation package may be available
• Permanent, ongoing role with excellent job security
• Based in South-East Melbourne on the gorgeous Mornington Peninsula
• Staff are highly valued and supported with strong and innovative leadership
• Access to training and professional development with dedicated Mental Health Educators
What You Will Be Doing
The Mental Health Consultation Liaison (MHCL) and Crisis Hub Manager will have operational oversight for implementing and monitoring the agreed service model in conjunction with other departments and partner agencies. The role will be responsible for leading the integration of care within the Emergency Department (ED) environment and developing pathways into outreach and the broader community sector. The role will also have extensive partnership responsibilities working actively with key community agencies to develop and maintain shared agreements and arrangements.
Core functions of the Crisis Hub:
• A non-admitted service providing multidisciplinary care within the ED. Patients will receive a full psychiatric and alcohol and drug assessment followed by appropriate treatment, including brief therapeutic interventions, peer support, referral to appropriate inpatient and/or community-based services.
• A short stay unit (4-6 beds) within the ED for people who require stabilisation and intensive support for a period of time that is clinically appropriate. Short-stay beds will be included in building works to be undertaken over the next 2-3 years.
• Assertive outreach for up to 28 days following departure from the Crisis Hub where required
The Core functions of MHCL:
• Providing mental health assessments to clients in the ED and general hospital
• Referring to appropriate services as needed, this may include inpatient settings, community outreach or private service providers eg GP’s
• Supporting the ED staff to ensure clients are cared for and treated in the least restrictive manner
What You Need
We anticipate you will have:
• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration or Allied Health Equivalent
• Post graduate qualification in mental health or completion of a specialist undergraduate psychiatric / mental health nursing program
• Experience in a leadership or management role
• Minimum 5 years’ mental health experience
• Advanced leadership skills and demonstrated ability to lead in complex environments
What Next
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People, Experience & Performance Team on (03) 9784 2700.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit:
https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.
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