Clinical Nurse Consultant at Mission Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

143000.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Practice, Leadership, Case Management, Risk Screening, Mentoring, Advocacy, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Evidence-Based Care, Multidisciplinary Team Management, Client-Centred Care, Health Services Coordination, Quality Initiatives, Data Analysis, Complex Needs Management, Professional Growth

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Permanent Full Time| 38 hours/week Location: Camperdown, NSW Salary: $143K + Super + NFP Salary Packaging Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose. Your Opportunity Camperdown Support Services and AOD Hub provides wraparound support services to Common Ground residents. CSS critically provides tenants, including 52 people exiting long-term primary homelessness with individual case management and coordination of onsite health, recreational, social and welfare services. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse Consultant to provide expert leadership, high-quality care, and strategic service delivery within our programs. As a Clinical Nurse Consultant, you will be at the forefront of delivering and coordinating integrated, client-centred care. Your role will combine direct clinical practice with leadership and program oversight, ensuring services meet the highest standards of safety, effectiveness, and compassion. Your key responsibilities will be to: Provide comprehensive assessments, care planning, risk screening, and case management. Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams, fostering professional growth, accountability and a client-focused culture. Deliver high-quality nursing interventions to clients with complex health and social needs. Advocate for residents during hospital admissions, discharges, and emergency transfers, ensuring continuity of care. Mentor, supervise, and develop clinical and support staff, fostering a culture of professional growth and resilience. Lead clinical governance activities, developing evidence-based models of care, pathways, and procedures. Collaborate with allied health professionals, AOD specialists, and community services to optimise client outcomes. Drive continuous improvement through quality initiatives, data analysis and innovation in care delivery Requirements for Success Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1). Minimum 3 years’ experience in Aged Care and/or Mental Health and AOD Proven ability to manage challenging behaviours and support individuals with complex needs. Strong leadership and people management experience in a multidisciplinary environment. A collaborative, client-focused approach and commitment to Mission Australia’s values. Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, referee checks, drivers’ licence, AHPRA and work right checks. Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave. Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We Strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we’ve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact. Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration. We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more. Mission Australia believes a person’s circumstances shouldn’t define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That’s why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. Learn more about Mission Australia and our purpose.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse Consultant will provide expert leadership and high-quality care within the programs, combining direct clinical practice with program oversight. Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, care planning, and mentoring multidisciplinary teams to ensure client-focused service delivery.