Mental Health Transition Coordinator (Prison)

Victorian Government; Melbourne; In loco; AUD 81.000 - 99.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Metropolitan Remand Centre in Melbourne hosts a full-time, fixed-term role as an assessment and transition coordinator - mental health. The Victorian Government invites applicants committed to helping prisoners with complex mental health needs access care and plan for release.

You will assess risks and needs, coordinate with health teams and community services, connect prisoners to mental health and substance support, lead sessions, and maintain records to improve services across Victoria.

Competenze

• Understanding of mental health needs and challenges prisoners face returning to the community.
• Trauma-informed care and evidence-based approaches.

Mansioni

• Assess each person’s risks and needs to develop clear release plans.
• Work with prison health teams, hospitals and community services to arrange ongoing care.
• Connect prisoners with mental health, alcohol and drug support before and after release.
• Lead support sessions and share practical advice with colleagues across Victoria.
• Keep accurate records and use program data to improve services.

Conoscenze

Mental health awareness

Trauma-informed care

Culturally respectful communication

Teamwork & problem-solving

Computer skills

Descrizione del lavoro

The Metropolitan Remand Centre in Melbourne hosts a full-time, fixed-term role as an assessment and transition coordinator - mental health. The Victorian Government invites applicants committed to helping prisoners with complex mental health needs access care and plan for release.

You will assess risks and needs, coordinate with health teams and community services, connect prisoners to mental health and substance support, lead sessions, and maintain records to improve services across Victoria.