Clinical Nurse Educator Mental Health

About the Role

Closing Date:  

• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments 
• Up to $20,000 relocation incentive reimbursement program applies to eligible applicants

The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) Mental Health will be a valued member of the Kerferd Unit team. The CNE will lead, develop, coordinate and evaluate learning outcomes for mental health nurses, and consumers as required, within the acute inpatient setting. Through collaboration and the strength of supportive professional relationships, the CNE orientates education and learning of the acute mental health inpatient team to recovery-oriented practice and acts as a role model for the Philosophy of Recovery and strengths-based mental health nursing care. The CNE is proficient in the Safewards Model and associated interventions and has knowledge of drivers for conflict, restrictive interventions and the importance of partnering and collaboration in mental health care.  

We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity;

1. Current registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

2. Pre-registration specialist qualification in mental health nursing or a Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

3. Tertiary qualification in Education and/or Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment is highly desirable (or willingness to work toward)

4. Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skill in mental health nursing 

5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work within a team structure in a multidisciplinary environment 

Employment Type: This is a fulltime permanent opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description here or alternatively contact Jess Johnson at jessica.johnson@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

About Mental Health Services at Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is established in the twin cities of Albury and Wodonga, between Sydney and Melbourne. Our dedicated team of nearly 3,000 staff supports a population of 250,000 people throughout 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, community, mental health, allied health and sub-acute 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 a background in 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.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Mental Health Navigator
At Albury Wodonga Health, we understand that moving is challenging, whether it be locally or internationally, so our Mental Health Workforce Navigator is available to support new staff to relocate, settle and integrate into the local community. For more information, contact our Mental Health Navigator on navigator@awh.org.au or via our website: Mental Health Careers — Comprehensive medical infrastructure meeting the health and welfare needs of Wodonga, Albury and surrounding Region. — Albury Wodonga Health. (awh.org.au) 

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status.
 

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