Occupational Therapist Mental Health
Occupational Therapist Mental Health
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Job Description
Job Description:
- Excellent benefits including salary packaging
- Pro-active & supportive leadership
- Permanent part time 20 hours per week
About the Role
The position involves working in a discipline specific role with some case management work. Coordinating and providing therapeutic and activity based group work is central to the role.
- Plan implement and evaluate group programs at the CCU.
- Provide high quality occupational therapy assessments and intervention.
- Contribute effectively in clinical review processes and team activities .
Classifications for this position will range from Occupational Therapist Grade 2 YB20 - YB23 ( $88030 - $per annum pro rata)
Your Contribution
- Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with AHPRA
- The successful applicant must have a minimum of 18 months post qualification clinical experience within Mental Health Services.
- A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or willing to obtain
What We Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
- Confidential solutions-focused employee counselling
- A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
- Free car parking
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvemen
About Footbridge CCU
Footbridge Community Care Unit (CCU) through a multidisciplinary team approach provides ongoing specialist treatment and support to meet the identified needs of consumers who suffer with a serious mental illness and associated high level of psycho-social complexities.
Footbridge CCU is a 20 bed service which operates under a framework for recovery orientated practice utilising the strengths model. It is a 24 hour residential mental health service.
We support individuals with their recovery and rehab needs help to maximise support services such as NDIS packages and support complex discharge planning for consumers.
Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.
Application
- Permanent full time
- Proactive & supportive leadership
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
About the Role
Under the guidance and support of the Multidisciplinary Team you will deliver exceptional clinical treatment and support to individuals with a lived experience of mental illness. Managing a case load your role extends beyond clinical responsibilities to actively cultivate and sustain collaborative partnerships with various internal and external service providers.
- Implement the Strengths Model to empower individuals in their recovery journey emphasising their capabilities and resilience.
- Foster strong therapeutic alliances with consumers and actively involve them along with their family/carers/supporters in comprehensive care planning and evaluation processes.
- Conduct thorough assessments deliver targeted interventions and provide treatment for individuals with intricate mental health needs aligning practices with local policies and strategic directions.
Classifications for this position will range from
- RPN Grade 3 NP81 - NP74 ($100932 - $112091 per annum)
- OT/SW Grade 2 YB20 - YB23 or YC42 - YC45 ($88030 - $per annum)
- Psychologist Grade 2 PK1 - PK4 ($92627 - $104811 per annum)
Your Contribution
- Clinical experience within Mental Health Services
- Experience in the provision of assessment discipline specific intervention and case management services for people with serious mental illness and complex needs and their carers
- Demonstrated ability in working as part of the multi-disciplinary clinical team in promoting a standard of excellence in clinical practice. This includes contributing to team clinical processes such as Clinical Review and supervision for staff and students
- A comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2022.
- A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or willing to obtain
What We Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
- Confidential solutions-focused employee counselling
- A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
- Free car parking
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
About Hawthorn Continuing Care Team
The Continuing Care Team provides specialised treatment and ongoing support throughout the week during business hours. Employing the Strengths Model of Recovery-Oriented Practice the multidisciplinary team delivers tailored clinical and therapeutic interventions to meet the specific needs of consumers with a lived experience of mental illness.
Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.
Application
- Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
St. Vincents Mental Health (SVMH) includes an adult area mental health service for the inner city areas of Yarra and Boroondara. The adult mental health service components are: The Footbridge Community Care Unit (CCU) the 44 bed Acute Inpatient Service (AIS) located on the St. Vincents Hospital site the North Fitzroy PARC and two community mental health services (CMHS) at Hawthorn and East Melbourne (Clarendon CMHS). Community mental health services comprise the Triage and Crisis assessment and Treatment (CAT) service Police Ambulance and Clinical Response (PACER) Extended Triage and The Primary Intervention Care Team (PICT) and MH-HARP Continuing Care (CCT) Mobile Support and Treatment (MST) and Homeless Outreach (CHOPS) services. A Consultation & Liaison Service is provided to the health service. NEXUS Dual Diagnosis Service the Body Image and Eating Disorders Assessment and Treatment Service (BETRS) and NEVIL Training Cluster are regional services. Statewide services are the Victorian Dual Disability Service and the Victorian Transcultural Mental Health . The Acute Inpatient Service includes 5 beds designated as the Koori State-wide Inpatient Service and linked to the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service.
All St Vincents Mental Health clinical staff are expected to be familiar and practice in a manner consistent with the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce
POSITION PURPOSE
To provide a high standard of specialist OT clinical services (group and individual intervention) to the residents of St Vincents Footbridge CCU as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Under the guidance of the CCU NUM and Team Consultant Psychiatrist and in conjunction with team members the Occupational Therapist will demonstrate an ability to engage support and provide appropriate interventions with consumers presenting with complex needs. They will also support the Senior Staff Group as appropriate in service development at the CCU including the review of clinical and team processes.
There will be a focus on maintaining a structured professional development plan to further enhance discipline specific competence and competence utilising the Strengths Model within the CCU.
POSITION DUTIES
- Plan implement and evaluate group programs at the CCU.
- Provide high quality occupational therapy assessments and intervention.
- Contribute effectively in clinical review processes and team activities.
- Contribute effectively to the Recovery of the consumers in the AIS utilising the Strengths Model of Care.
- Development and maintenance of collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Actively participate in professional development activities as agreed in the annual performance plan as part of the Performance Review process.
- Participate in the development of strategies (in conjunction with team and management) to enhance the quality of service delivered by the CCU.
- Undertake assessments as part of the Recovery Review Assessment process.
- Take an active role in quality improvement activities.
- Participate in the provision of development/education sessions for multi-disciplinary staff and external stakeholders as appropriate.
- Display a high standard of clinical practice and professional conduct at all times
- Demonstrate a flexible approach to the resolution of complex situations that may involve negotiation with multiple service providers.
- Demonstrate a high level of self-motivation and ability to complete work with minimal direction
- Provide supervision to students in accordance with hospital policy.
- Take on a case management role if required to do so.
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
Formal education/ qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with AHPRA
The successful applicant must have a minimum of 18 months post qualification clinical experience within Mental Health Services.
Desirable:
- Evidence of knowledge skill and professional development in the recovery approach to adult mental health treatment and support.
- Experience of providing integrated care in relation to people with a mental illness and co-occurring substance use issues.
OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in the provision of occupational therapy assessment and intervention for consumers with a serious mental illness and complex needs and their carers.
- Relevant group experience and ability to plan implement and evaluate group programs for CCU residents.
- Demonstrated ability in working as part of the multi-disciplinary clinical team in promoting a standard of excellence in clinical practice. This includes the supervision of students and contributing to team clinical processes such as Clinical Review.
- Demonstrated commitment to and ability to practice utilising the recovery approach in mental health treatment and support with a focus on working collaboratively with residents and carers to promote self-determination and enable progress towards reaching personal recovery goals.
- A comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the mental health and wellbeing Act 2022 (including amendments) and other relevant legislation.
- Commitment to working collaboratively and effectively with multiple key stakeholders both internal and external of St. Vincents Health (including consumers carers family members and community agencies).
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including problem solving ability and conflict resolution skills as well as sound oral and writing skills.
- Knowledge of and commitment to providing a comprehensive range of occupational therapy assessments and interventions for people with serious mental illness and complex needs and their carers.
- Understanding of evidenced based practice and models of occupational therapy (including the Model of Human Occupation) and their application in clinical practice.
- Knowledge of sensory modulation theory and intervention.
- Knowledge of the specific assessments including the MOHO Assessments.
Closing Date:
20 July 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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Employment Type
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