• Become a key member of our growing speciality mental health and well-being teams
• Competitive salary + generous salary packaging options
• Relocation incentive may be available to eligible applicants. Other incentive grants may apply.
• Stunning region, offering great lifestyle, affordable housing, and shorter commute times, giving you more time for fun, family and friends.
CURRENT MENTAL HEALTH JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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If you don't meet all the requirements of this role, please submit your details to AWH as you may be a great fit for another role. Submit your details through AWH Community Talent Pool and our team can connect with you if a suitable position arises. Please refer to the PD's attached for information on some of the positions in Mental Health.
Explore an exciting career within our Mental Health Team!
Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is the established in the twin cities of Albury and Wodonga, between Sydney and Melbourne. Our dedicated team of nearly 3,000 staff supports a population of 250,000 people throughout North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses, and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, community, mental health, allied health and sub-acute services.
AWH is an Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, providing mental health treatment, care and support, including Drug and Alcohol support. We deliver 10 specialised community-based programs, along with three acute care services and three facilities dedicated to recovery and rehabilitation. We also provide services supporting families coping with parental mental illness and facilitating connections to carer consultants.
Our Mental Health and Wellbeing teams consist of psychiatrists, endorsed psychologists, mental health nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, lived and living experience staff and mental health support workers, all of whom provide tertiary mental health services through a range of assessments and trauma informed, recovery-oriented therapies and interventions. The diversity of our service provides a range of experiences for our team and will assist you in expanding and embedding your clinical practice skills.
EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST TODAY!
Express your interest by submitting your Resume and a covering letter by clicking ‘Apply Now’ below. If your qualifications align with our current openings, one of our team members will reach out to you for a tailored discussion.
Refer to the attached relevant position description for a comprehensive overview of the role. Compensation and terms of employment will be in accordance with the applicable state EBA or Award.
What awaits you at AWH?
We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
We also offer relocation support to assist with securing local housing, arranging childcare/education (if necessary), and seeking employment opportunities for partners, establishing social connections, and seamlessly integrating into the Albury Wodonga community during your transition.
About Albury / Wodonga Region
Albury / Wodonga is located on the picturesque Murray River only 3 hours by road from Melbourne, with direct flights to Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, makes it a great location, with easy connections to Australia’s major cities. This stunning region offers affordable housing and a lower cost of living, cultural attractions, world standard wineries, gourmet eating, cycling, fishing, sporting activities and snow fields all at your doorstep.
Relocating to the region?
Albury Wodonga Health has access to the Regional Mental Health Workforce Incentive program. The Incentive program was designed by the Department of Health to support the attraction, relocation, and retention of mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) workers to priority positions area mental health and wellbeing services across rural and regional Victoria.
Candidates relocating may be eligible for grants of up to $20,000 to cover expenses such as removalist, travel fees, accommodation costs, school fees, etc. For a more detailed understanding of the incentive program, visit the Rural Workforce Agency Victoria (RWAV).
Mental Health Workforce Navigator
At Albury Wodonga Health, we understand that moving is challenging, whether it be locally or internationally, so our Mental Health Workforce Navigator is available to support new staff to relocate, settle and integrate into the local community. For more information, contact our Mental Health Navigator on navigator@awh.org.au or via our website: Mental Health Careers.
Are you ready to become part of our team?
For more role-specific information, please refer to the attached Position Description. You are also encouraged to reach out to the person on the job advertisement for a confidential discussion. Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
Explore our Candidate Information Pack to uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team.
Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion
AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Ethical Practice. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as applications from people from different backgrounds, ages, ethnicity, culture, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, living and lived experience, neurodiverse, and physical ability, as we acknowledge the value that diversity brings to our work environment.
Reasonable adjustments can be made during screening, recruitment and on the job.
Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.
Important Notice: All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status.