2027 Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice Program

2027 Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice Program

Closing Date: 19/07/2026 

Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice - 2 Year training Program with opportunities for permanent employment upon successful completion.

•    Start your career in Mental health within a dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture with the support of experienced clinicians and the mental health Professional Development and Practice Team
•    Enjoy the opportunity to experience our varied programs including rotations to our acute inpatient units, continuing care teams and community programs supporting our community across the lifespan
•    Support at every stage from a full orientation and supernumerary period through to comprehensive workshops as well as generous study leave and scholarships available towards Post Graduate Qualifications

About Albury Wodonga Health Mental Health and Wellbeing Services

AWH is an Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, providing mental health treatment, care and support, including delivering Alcohol and Other Drugs services. We deliver 10 specialised community-based programs, along with three acute care services and three facilities dedicated to recovery and rehabilitation. We also provide services supporting families coping with parental mental illness and facilitating connections to carer consultants.
 
Our Mental Health and Wellbeing teams comprise mental health clinicians with clinical backgrounds including nursing, occupational therapy, social work and psychology, all of whom have experience in helping people through a range of therapies. The diversity of our service provides a range of experiences for our team and will assist you in expanding and embedding your clinical practice skills.

About the Role

Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice Program – Registered Nurses

Launch your career in Mental Health with Albury Wodonga Health

Are you a Registered Nurse passionate about supporting individuals, families and communities through their mental health journey? Albury Wodonga Health invites motivated and compassionate nurses to apply for our Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice Program — a comprehensive two-year program designed to support your journey from novice practitioner to a confident and skilled Mental Health Clinician.

Why Join Our Program?

• Join a welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary mental health team
• Gain broad clinical experience through rotations across inpatient and community mental health services
• Develop specialist skills in a structured and supportive learning environment
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced Mental Health Clinicians and Educators
• Build a rewarding long-term career in mental health nursing within a growing and innovative service

What We Offer

• A supportive team environment focused on learning, growth and professional development
• Varied rotations through our Adult Acute Inpatient Units, Continuing Care Units and Community Mental Health teams, providing a comprehensive experience of public mental health services across the AWH region
• Regular clinical supervision and professional development support
• Dedicated educational support from Nursing and Allied Health Educators, the Mental Health Professional Development and Practice Team, and experienced mentors and clinicians across the service

Program Benefits

• A structured two-year program commencing in February
• Ongoing permanent employment opportunities upon successful completion
• Part-time employment (0.8 EFT) promoting work-life balance
• Paid study days throughout the year
• Support to undertake postgraduate qualifications in Mental Health
• A structured Mental Health Nursing career pathway
• Generous annual leave entitlements

About You

To be eligible to apply, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Nursing
• Current AHPRA registration, or eligibility for registration prior to commencement
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in Mental Health Nursing
• A commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centred care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Application Requirements

Please ensure your application includes:

• A cover letter outlining your interest in the program
• A current CV detailing your employment history and relevant experience
• Contact details for two professional referees, including telephone number and email address

Start Your Mental Health Nursing Career with Confidence

This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist mental health nursing skills while being supported by experienced clinicians, educators and mentors. If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career where you can make a positive impact on the wellbeing of individuals and communities, we encourage you to apply.

For more information, please see the position description or contact Haylee Adamson via email haylee.adamson@awh.org.au  

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?