Clinical Development Nurse - North Canberra Hospital Mental Health Division at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

119223.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Development, Mental Health Nursing, Patient Care, Acute Mental Health Services, Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Justice Health Services, Rehabilitation, Person Centred Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Registered Nurse Level 2 (602231) Salary: $112,841 – $119,223 Pro Rata (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: North Canberra Hospital Section: Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS) Closing Date: 29th May 2026 What can we offer you: • City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra. • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au) About the Role: Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS) provides mental health services directly and through partnerships with community organizations. The services provided, range from prevention and treatment to recovery and maintenance, and harm minimisation. The participation of the people who use the service, including families and carers, is encouraged in all aspects of service planning and delivery. The Division works in partnership with a range of government and non-government service providers to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients. The Division delivers services at a number of locations, including hospital inpatient and outpatient settings, community health centres, detention centres, other community settings including people’s home. These services include: • Adult Acute Mental Health Services • Adult Community Mental Health Services • Alcohol & Drug Services • Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) • Justice Health Services • Rehabilitation and Specialty Mental Health Services • Older Persons Mental Health Services (acute and community) For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a maximum 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. This document is required and must be submitted to be considered for the role. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Terrin Nadar at terrin.d.nadar@act.gov.au #LI-DNI A merit pool may be created from this recruitment process and remain valid for 12 months. This pool may be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions across CHS. This is a temporary position available for a period of 6 months with the possibility of extension up to less than 12 months and/or permanency.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, person-centered mental health services across various settings including inpatient, outpatient, and community environments. Collaborate with government and non-government partners to deliver prevention, treatment, and recovery services for diverse client groups.