Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS) - Clinical Lead

Albury Wodonga Health; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health seeks an exceptional Clinical Lead to guide the Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS). This role combines advanced clinical expertise with system‑wide leadership to deliver rapid, community‑based mental health support for people experiencing acute distress.

The position is full‑time and based across the border community, working within a dynamic multidisciplinary team to provide high‑quality care and strategic direction aligned with the Victorian Mental Health

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Occupational Therapist with AHPRA
• Postgraduate qualifications in psychiatric/mental health or completion of a specialist undergraduate psychiatric program
• At least 5 years post‑graduate experience in Mental Health
• Solid knowledge of Victorian Mental Health and Wellbeing Act, Recovery Principles, and Trauma‑Informed Care

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS) and multidisciplinary teams
• Guide service delivery to people experiencing acute psychological distress across the border community
• Ensure alignment with statutory requirements and best practice in mental health care

Job description

Closing Date: 24th September 2026

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is seeking an exceptional Clinical Lead to guide our Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS). This dynamic, multidisciplinary team provides rapid, community-based mental health support to people experiencing acute psychological distress across our border community. Combine your advanced clinical expertise with system-wide leadership in a role that makes a genuine difference.

About The Role

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is seeking an exceptional Clinical Lead to guide our Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS). This dynamic, multidisciplinary team provides rapid, community-based mental health support to people experiencing acute psychological distress across our border community. Combine your advanced clinical expertise with system-wide leadership in a role that makes a genuine difference.

Classification: RPN 4; Social Work Grade 4; Occupational Therapist Grade 4, Clinical Psychologist Grade 3

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

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Post graduate qualifications in psychiatric/mental health or having completed a specialist undergraduate psychiatric program.
• At least 5 years post graduate experience in Mental Health.
• Sound knowledge of the Victorian Mental Health and Wellbeing Act, Recovery Principles, and Trauma Informed Care principles which underpin the work we do here at AWH.

Employment Type: This is a full-time opportunity operating during standard business hours, Monday to Friday.

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?

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.

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 maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID‑19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well‑being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.