Clinical Nurse MHAOD

Department of Justice; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career pathway opportunities

Learning and development programs

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

The Department of Justice in Bunbury (Western Australia) is seeking a permanent, full-time Clinical Nurse MHAOD to support the Bunbury Recovery & Rehabilitation Program. You will work within a multidisciplinary team delivering specialist mental health and AOD nursing assessment, treatment planning and clinical intervention for participants with complex needs.

Responsibilities include risk management, care planning and discharge planning while liaising with custodial staff and external health

Qualifications

• Advanced nursing in mental health and/or AOD settings with risk management
• Ability to undertake clinical assessments and develop treatment plans
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams with internal/external stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication for clinical documentation
• Commitment to quality improvement and professional development in mental health/AOD

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health and AOD assessments.
• Develop, implement and review clinical care plans.
• Assess and manage clinical risks including suicide/self-harm.
• Support multidisciplinary treatment planning and rehab outcomes.
• Provide clinical advice to health and custodial staff.
• Liaise with psychiatrists, health professionals and external providers.
• Support continuity of care and discharge planning for participants.

Skills

Advanced clinical nursing

Mental health assessment

AOD nursing care

Clinical risk management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication & documentation

Education

Registration eligible with NMBA

Job description

This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

About the role

The Clinical Nurse MHAOD plays a critical role in supporting the successful delivery of the Bunbury Recovery & Rehabilitation Program. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the position provides specialist mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) nursing assessment, treatment planning, clinical intervention and risk management services to prisoners presenting with complex mental health and substance use needs. The role contributes to participant assessment, rehabilitation planning and continuity of care by working collaboratively with clinicians, custodial staff, service providers and external health services. A key focus of the position is supporting safe participation in rehabilitation activities through clinical assessment, management of mental health and AOD-related risks, care planning and discharge planning activities.

Key responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive mental health and AOD assessments.
• Developing, implementing and reviewing clinical care plans.
• Assessing and managing clinical risks, including suicide and self-harm risks.
• Supporting multidisciplinary treatment planning and rehabilitation outcomes.
• Providing clinical advice to health and custodial staff.
• Liaising with psychiatrists, health professionals and community service providers.
• Supporting continuity of care and discharge planning for participants progressing through the recovery and rehabilitation pathway.

Suitability Requirements

• Advanced Clinical Nursing Experience Demonstrated experience providing mental health and/or alcohol and other drug nursing assessment, treatment and care planning services within a complex clinical environment, including the ability to manage clinical risk and support individuals with complex needs.
• Clinical Assessment and Decision Making Demonstrated ability to undertake clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, coordinate care and make sound clinical decisions in relation to mental health and alcohol and other drug presentations.
• Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Practice Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support client outcomes and continuity of care.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clinical documentation, provide advice, engage with diverse clients and communicate effectively with health, custodial and community-based stakeholders.
• Quality, Risk and Professional Practice Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, risk management, professional standards and continuous professional development within a mental health and/or alcohol and other drug practice setting.

Eligibility

Special Conditions – To be eligible for permanent appointment to the public sector, you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies . Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Bunbury Regional Prison during this period.

Further Information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Emma Tsakalos, Clinical Nurse Manager MHAOD on 0477 962 438 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link . Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email [e-mail] .