Day Program Associate Manager

Healthscope; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Inclusive, values-led workplace

Convenient Richmond location with good

Job summary

The Melbourne Clinic, part of Healthscope, is seeking a Senior Mental Health Clinician to join its Day Program Therapy Team as Associate Manager in Melbourne. You will lead advanced clinical services and oversee discharge planning from inpatient care to outpatient and community settings.

Collaborate with families, treating teams and outreach providers, promote Day Program opportunities, support group therapy, and drive ACHS accreditation readiness.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Division 1 Registration or equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with advanced clinical skills in mental health care.
• Experience facilitating group therapy and understanding core group components.
• Ability to guide and foster a positive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Sound knowledge of hospital health fund contracts and episode management.
• Excellent communication with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Drive and promote discharge processes from inpatient to outpatient services.
• Provide clinical leadership to Day Program clinicians and Day Program Managers.
• Support facilitators during group therapy sessions.
• Promote day and outreach programs to secure appropriate outpatient referrals.
• Attend and actively contribute to regular hospital multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Engage diverse internal and external stakeholders to build collaborative care networks.
• Lead quality projects for ACHS accreditation and ensure WHS compliance.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Group therapy facilitation

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Education

AHPRA Division 1 Registration

Relevant Social Work/Allied Health/Psychology qualifications

Job description

Are you an experienced Mental Health Clinician passionate about supporting recovery and continuity of care? Join The Melbourne Clinic as a Day Program Associate Manager, working with our Day Program team to help patients achieve meaningful outcomes through evidence-based treatment and community-based support.

• 0.8 EFT to Full-time employment opportunity
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Inclusive, values-led workplace

About the role:

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified Senior Mental Health Clinician to join The Melbourne Clinic's Day Program Therapy Team as an Associate Manager.

As a valued member of our team, you will work closely with the Day Program Manager to provide advanced clinical leadership within the Day Program and oversee discharge planning across our Day Program and Outreach Services. In this pivotal role, you will champion safe and effective transitions from inpatient care to outpatient and community-based settings, while promoting Day Program opportunities and supporting Outreach referrals.

Working closely with patients, families, treating teams and external providers, you will coordinate discharge planning, facilitate referrals, and ensure continuity of care to support positive recovery outcomes. You will play a key role in strengthening connections between inpatient, outpatient and community services, helping patients access the support they need throughout their recovery journey.

The Day Program delivers evidence-based therapeutic programs for individuals experiencing a range of psychiatric conditions within a recovery-focused, multidisciplinary environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Australia's largest private mental health services and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while working alongside a highly experienced and dedicated team.

Competitive remuneration will be offered in line with the applicable EBA of your discipline, based on your classification level and recognised years of experience.

About us:

The Melbourne Clinic is Australia's largest private mental health service, providing 203 inpatient beds, a standalone Day Program Centre, Outreach Program, Consultation Liaison Service, and consulting suites across three locations.

Renowned nationally and internationally for excellence in mental health care, we deliver evidence-based, patient-centred services that support recovery and wellbeing. Our multidisciplinary team includes Psychiatrists, Addiction Medicine Specialists, Pain Medicine Specialists, Mental Health Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, Dietitians, Exercise Physiologists, Art Therapists, and other dedicated support professionals, all working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

At The Melbourne Clinic, we foster a culture of compassion, collaboration, respect and continuous learning, where every team member plays a valued role in supporting recovery.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse and rewarding opportunities in mental health care
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing professional development
• Access to clinical supervision and education programs
• Career development opportunities within Healthscope's national network
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
• Attractive employee benefits
• Convenient Richmond location with excellent public transport access

The Melbourne Clinic is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and maintaining a culturally safe workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive and promote supportive discharge processes and patient journey from inpatient to outpatient services
• Provide clinical leadership, support and guidance to Day Program clinicians and Day Program Managers
• Provide support to facilitators during group therapy sessions, with the potential for group facilitation when the need arises
• Promote day and outreach programs to secure appropriate outpatient referrals
• Attend and actively contribute to regular hospital multidisciplinary team meetings
• Engage diverse internal and external stakeholders to build strong collaborative care networks
• Lead quality projects for ACHS accreditation and ensure WHS compliance

Essential Criteria:

• Current AHPRA Division 1 Registration or relevant Social Work/Allied Health/Psychology qualifications
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with advanced clinical skills in mental health care
• Proven experience facilitating group therapy and understanding core group components
• Ability to guide, support and foster a positive working environment for a team of experienced multidisciplinary clinicians
• Sound knowledge of hospital health fund contracts and episode management
• Exceptional communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups
• Commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centred and quality patient care without judgement