Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Triage Clinician to join our dynamic team in Southwest Queensland. This pivotal role supports our large hospitals commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered mental health care. The successful candidate will play a key role in the assessment, triage, and support planning for consumers experiencing mental illness, psychological distress or crisis, ensuring timely and effective intervention.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments for consumers experiencing psychological distress, mental illness, or related concerns.
- Provide expert consultation and advice to consumers, carers, stakeholders, and fellow health professionals.
- Develop safety plans for individuals at risk of harm in the community.
- Promote inclusive, carer and network engagement, ensuring collaborative decision-making.
- Respond to consumer feedback and complaints in accordance with local procedures.
- Take accountability for clinical decisions and seek guidance when required.
- Actively contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings and clinical education forums.
- Participate in and occasionally lead staff meetings, contributing to service development and quality improvement.
Essential Criteria:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mental health nursing or clinical practice.
- Relevant qualifications and current registration with AHPRA.
- Advanced skills in mental health and risk assessment, including the formulation of safety and support plans.
- Demonstrated ability to provide high-level psychiatric consultation, including care planning for consumers with complex needs (e.g., dual diagnosis, psychological distress).
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, across multiple sectors and disciplines.
Benefits:
- No shift work or overtime
- Great support with a collaborative team of healthcare professionals
- Competitive salary package
- Relocation assistance and short-term accommodation on offer
If you are a dedicated mental health clinician looking for your next opportunity in a meaningful, community-based role we want to hear from you.
For expressions of interest please send an updated resume to emily.garrett@veruspeople.com or call 0481612742 for a private conversation
