Capital Health Network

$136.61 – $139.34 per hour plus superannuation

About the role

In this newly created position, you will play a key role in shaping mental health programs in the ACT region. This includes supporting ongoing implementation of the Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) within primary care settings. The IAR-DST is intended to be used in conjunction with clinical judgement and provides a framework to communicate treatment needs and use a common language across the mental health sector. For more information about the IAR, please refer to the IAR National PHN Guidance. You will also work alongside our Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Manager to support the delivery of Capital Health Network’s mental health and suicide prevention programs and activities, enabling integration of these programs across the health system and wider ACT community. By providing your expert clinical guidance, you will help build capacity within the primary care sector, deliver targeted training, oversee program design and implementation, and drive local mental health initiatives to achieve impactful community outcomes.

About the team

The Clinical Advisor – Mental Health will be part of the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Team at CHN. This team undertakes the strategic planning, design and implementation of primary mental health care and suicide prevention initiatives aimed at improving mental health outcomes in the community. The team sits within the broader Health System Integration Team, which is responsible for coordinating projects and program areas centred around improvement and integration of the health system to actively respond to the needs of the ACT community.

See yourself in our team

Your clinical expertise and leadership will be critical in driving seamless integration of mental health projects across CHN and broader health system. Your strong understanding of primary health care sector will enable you to effectively identify gaps in services and offer comprehensive solutions. Your ability to work in sync with diverse stakeholders will see you thrive in building a common language across the mental health sector, making it easier for mental health professionals to work together and deliver coordinated care.

This fixed term role will focus on facilitating a change process, a proven experience in change and people management will be essential in supporting our organisation goals and objectives.

Work location

This position is based in our new office located at the heart of Belconnen town centre. We support flexibility and a hybrid work model at CHN and are happy to work with the successful candidate to ensure balance between work and life.

Working at CHN

At CHN you will have an opportunity to work with professional subject matter experts and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests, expertise and achieve your ambitions.

Some of the reasons CHN employees love working here include:

• paid leave during the annual close down period
• newly introduced leave entitlements including Family and Wellbeing Leave and Religious, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave
• flexible working arrangements to promote sustainable teams and work life balance
• a career pathway with learning programs and a professional development fund
• exciting, diverse and fulfilling work at the heart of Canberra’s primary health system
• collaborative workplace culture and supportive team environment
• an opportunity to work with key health professionals and stakeholders across the health sector
• a diverse and inclusive workplace built on values and wellbeing
• attractive remuneration package, including the option to salary package up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income per FBT year.

Position Salary

$136.61 – $139.34 per hour plus superannuation

How to apply

Applications close: 11.59pm, 15th January 2025. Please note, the role will be filled on a rolling basis and we will review applications as they are received. If a successful candidate is identified prior to this date, applications may close earlier.

Employment type: Part time

Working hours: 22.8 hours per week

Contract type: Fixed Term contract until 30 June 2025

Position documentation can be found here.

Please apply using the ‘apply’ button below. Your application MUST include a cover letter addressing how your skills, experience and expertise will meet the functional competencies (max. 2 pages), salary expectations, and your CV (max. 4 pages). Please do not send your applications to the recruitment email address.

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Please note: Applicants are required to have full Australian work rights at the time of application and include details of any visa limitations and end dates in the application cover letter.

For further enquiries: Please contact Stephanie Lentern, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Program Manager: recruitment@chnact.org.au

CHN, ACT’s PHN welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Capital Health Network will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with cultural requirements and/or individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.

If you identify as a person who may require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via recruitment@chnact.org.au or 02 6287 8023 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.