Acute Community Intervention Service Manager

Victorian Government; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking an experienced leader for the Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS) Manager role. You will provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership to a multidisciplinary team delivering recovery‑oriented care to individuals in acute mental health crises.

The role offers a unique opportunity to shape service delivery, drive improvements, support workforce development and build partnerships across health and community sectors.

Qualifications

• Qualified Registered Nurse with current registration.
• Allied Health Professional or Psychologist with relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership to a multidisciplinary team.
• Lead the delivery of recovery‑oriented, person-centred care during acute mental health crises.
• Influence service growth and build partnerships across health and community sectors.

Skills

Nursing

Allied Health

Psychology

Job description

• Join our supportive multidisciplinary team of experienced mental health clinicians
• Become a key member of our growing speciality mental health and well‑being teams
• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture

Open to Qualified Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and Psychologists

Lead the Future of Crisis Mental Health Care

We are seeking an inspiring and experienced leader to join our Mental Health and Wellbeing Service as the Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS) Manager. This is a unique opportunity to lead a specialist crisis response team, shaping service delivery and driving positive outcomes for consumers, carers and the community.

As the ACIS Manager, you will provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, recovery-oriented and person-centered care for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. This role offers the opportunity to influence service growth, champion clinical excellence, support workforce development, and build strong partnerships across the health and community sectors.

If you are a collaborative and values-driven leader with a passion for innovation, crisis intervention and community mental health care, we would love to hear from you. Join a service where your leadership will make a meaningful difference every day.

About the Role

ACIS Manager – Mental Health & Wellbeing Service - Full-Time Leadership Opportunity

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.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

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.

Applications close Friday 30 October 2026 at 11.59pm