Registered Nurse Level 2 - Community Mental Health at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

119223.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Acute Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Community-based Treatment, Evidence-based Care, Mental Health Nursing, Stakeholder Collaboration, Hospital Diversion, Patient Assessment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6-12 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Registered Nurse Level 2 (P 41432) Salary: $112,841 – $119,223 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services Closing Date: 5 Jun 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. • Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). 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: Make a meaningful impact in community mental health by joining Adult Community Mental Health Services (ACMHS) Intake Services. In this role, you will support adults experiencing moderate to severe mental illness through responsive, evidence-based care, working collaboratively with carers and key stakeholders to promote recovery. As part of a dynamic team including HAART and the innovative PACER tri-service model, you will deliver acute assessments, crisis intervention, and community-based treatment aimed at safe hospital diversion. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside Police and Ambulance services in a highly rewarding, fast-paced environment. Operating across the ACT on a rotating 7-day roster, this role offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference every day. Apply via the CHS employment website with your resume, two referee reports, and a brief response to the selection criteria. 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 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***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. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Sahil Oberoi at 02-51242212 or at sahil.oberoi@act.gov.au. #LI-DNI LinkedIn exclusion pixel. Leave in if Area does not want to post on LinkedIn, remove if they do.

Responsibilities

Provide responsive, evidence-based care and acute assessments for adults with moderate to severe mental illness. Collaborate with Police, Ambulance services, and carers to deliver crisis intervention and promote safe hospital diversion.