Addictions Group Facilitator
Permanent Part Time (15 hours Day program Day able to be negotiated)
The Opportunity
Ramsay Clinic Albert Road offers a range of treatment options for patients with a dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance misuse or problematic addictive behaviours. The Addictions Service provides inpatient support and detoxification as well as day patient rehabilitation and relapse prevention programs. Our therapeutic model which aims to enhance quality of life, support seeking, health responses to stress and personal functioning includes utilising CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivation Enhancement Therapy and Psychoeducation.
We are seeking an experienced mental health nurse or allied health professional to facilitate our Addictions Day Program Service, working with adults in a group setting. Ideal candidate would work 2 days a week in the day program setting, however we will accept applicants for one day a week.
About You
This role will suit a Registered Nurse, Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist (APHRA registered) or Social Worker with Professional Body Membership bringing a minimum of one year post-graduate experience in Mental Health and Group Facilitation. The ability to plan and organise skills groups along with a commitment to excellence in the delivery of Healthcare services to patients seeking mental health treatment will also be key to all these positions.
You will need to demonstrate;
- Registration/qualifications within your relevant field or industry body, ie AHPRA.
- Proven experience in addictions group facilitation
Remuneration
On offer is a competitive salary in accordance with our Enterprise Bargaining Agreement commensurate to your profession, qualifications and experience.
About Us
Owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest and most respected private hospital operator, Albert Road Clinic is one of Victoria’s leading psychiatric facilities. The Clinic provides a full range of general, acute and specialised psychiatric services including inpatient, day patient and community Outreach programs.
Benefits
- Excellent opportunities for advancement and career path opportunities with Albert Road Clinic and wider Ramsay Health Care group.
- We offer a well-supported environment and a collaborative multidisciplinary team approach focusing on producing good outcomes and positive patient experiences.
- External group supervision is provided
How to Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Please click the Apply button within this ad to lodge an application (applications should include CV and 2 current work-related referees).
Requirements
- Must be vaccinated against Covid-19 a vaccine approved by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation
- Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
- According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases
For enquiries, please contact; Elizett Braga ( Nurse Unit Manager) at [email protected]
Applications Close: 17 November 2022