Mental Health Clinician - RN, Social Worker, OT, Psych

Job Description

Mental Health Clinicians (RN, SW, OT, Psych) – Regional Victoria - Public Hospital

Location: Regional Victoria

Salary: Salary as per relevant award + Super + Generous Relocation Assistance

Employment Type: Full Time (Sponsorship Available)

About the Opportunity

Are you looking for a change of pace and the chance to make a real impact in a close-knit community? We are seeking dedicated Mental Health Clinicians—including Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Psychologists—to join our expanding mental health services in Regional Victoria.

This is a unique opportunity to find a role that fits your clinical passion. We have positions available across Acute Inpatient Units (Nursing) and Community Mental Health Teams (Multidisciplinary). You will be joining a supportive environment committed to delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented care to a diverse regional population.

For those looking to move, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance and sponsorship to help you settle into the vibrant lifestyle that regional Victoria has to offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Holistic Clinical Care: Deliver person-centered, evidence-based mental health interventions tailored to your specific discipline (Nursing, Social Work, OT, or Psychology).

• Comprehensive Assessment: Conduct mental state examinations, psychosocial assessments, and clinical risk formulations to guide treatment planning.

• Therapeutic Interventions: Provide individual or group-based therapy, psychoeducation, and crisis support focused on long-term recovery.

• Collaborative Care: Work within a tight-knit multidisciplinary team to ensure a seamless, "no-wrong-door" approach for consumers.

• Risk Management: Develop and implement robust safety and relapse prevention plans in collaboration with consumers and their support networks.

• Community Outreach: (For community roles) Manage a clinical caseload, providing home-based support and coordinating with local GPs and NGOs.

• Professional Integrity: Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 and relevant professional standards.

Selection Criteria

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Registration: * Nurses: Current AHPRA registration (Division 1).

  • Occupational Therapists: Current AHPRA registration.

  • Psychologists: General registration with AHPRA.

  • Social Workers: Eligibility for membership with the AASW.

• Specialization: Postgraduate qualifications in Mental Health (or equivalent recognized international qualification) are highly regarded.

• Experience: Demonstrated experience in acute, community, or crisis intervention mental health settings. We are looking for clinicians with a solid clinical foundation and the ability to hit the ground running.

• Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license is essential for all community-based positions.

Knowledge & Skills

• Clinical Acumen: Strong skills in mental health assessment and the ability to manage complex clinical risks.

• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to engage consumers from diverse cultural and rural backgrounds.

• Autonomy & Teamwork: The ability to work effectively as an independent practitioner in the field while contributing to a multidisciplinary team culture.

• Passion for Rural Health: A genuine commitment to improving mental health outcomes and service access for regional communities.

How to Apply

If you are ready for a rewarding career move to Regional Victoria, we want to hear from you.

Please apply or reach out directly to David for a confidential discussion regarding specific discipline vacancies, relocation packages, and sponsorship options.

Email: david@morhealthcare.com.au