Forensic Programs Manager

Forensic Programs ManagerPermanent Full TimeMultidisciplinary Role Classifications: RPN5/SW5/ OT5/ P5Based at Thomas Embling Hospital Maybe required to work at other sites from time to timePlease Note: Applications will be assessed as received and position may close earlier than indicated.A career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse challenging and rewarding. If youre passionate about supporting people in their mental health recovery Forensicare is where you need to be. You will be a part of a caring and supportive team making a real difference to people living with the dual stigma of mental illness and offending. We approach our work with curiosity and a commitment to understanding the unique needs of our consumers and carers. Together we can contribute to a more connected compassionate mental health and criminal justice the Role:The Forensic Programs Manager is responsible for leading the design delivery and evaluation of therapeutic programs that support recovery wellbeing and offence-specific rehabilitation within forensic mental health services. Duties:The primary focus of the role is to lead develop and implement integrated forensic the design delivery and evaluation of integrated forensic programs aligned with the DUNDRUM framework Model of Care and organisational clinical and operational oversight to ensure programs are evidence based risk responsive multidisciplinary and embedded within consumer continuous improvement and innovation through program evaluation outcomes monitoring research collaboration and service development workforce capability through effective leadership supervision workforce planning and resource management to support safe and sustainable service high standards of governance compliance and performance through strong operational leadership reporting and cross service You:Relevant postgraduate qualification and extensive post registration experience in forensic mental health or a related clinical setting. Ability to apply discipline-specific standards ethical frameworks and relevant legislation ( Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 CMIA Sentencing Act) to practice in secure forensic experience leading and delivering evidence based offence specific and recovery oriented therapeutic programs. Proven leadership capability in multidisciplinary environments with experience contributing to strategic service planning policy development and continuous improvement. High level communication evaluation and reporting skills including the use of clinical data systems and technology to inform service delivery and executive knowledge experience:This is multidisciplined opportunity and possession of a relevant tertiary qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate Board or Association as a Registered Nurse Psychologist Social Worker or Occupational qualifications required for each discipline are:Registered Nurse RPN5:Registered Psychiatric Nurse. Must have current unrestricted registration with AHPRA and a post-graduate qualification in mental health nursing or Grade 5:General registration with AHPRAMasters or Doctorate qualifications (Clinical Forensic or Neuropsychology)Eligibility for (or enrolled in) an Area of Practice Endorsement in clinical psychology clinical neuropsychology and/or forensic Worker Grade 5:Tertiary qualifications in Social Work coupled with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).Occupational Therapist Grade 5:Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulations Agency (AHPRA).Approved degree in Occupational Therapy and recognised for membership of OT Australia Australian Association of Occupational access a copy of the position description please click hereFor any further questions about the role you can contact Nicole Terry Director of Hospital Operations - Clinical Programs & Supports via email or mobileBenefits Salary packaging up to $9010 $2650 meal allowance per year Mental health & wellbeing programs Professional development opportunities Employee Assistance Program for confidential support Fitness Passport discounted access to gyms pools & fitness centres Comprehensive orientationEligibilityCOVID19 & Influenza Vaccination EvidenceThis position is subject to a Police CheckForensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people who identify as LGBTQI people with a lived experience of disability as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPECT INTEGRITY ACCOUNTABILITY HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.