Clinical Care Coordinator

About us: We are leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention. Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it’s a name that’s purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey. As we embark on our next stage, join us to make a difference. We're here to Stride.  About the service: The Wollongong Mental Health Hub is a brand-new community mental health and wellbeing service, providing community outreach and in HUB supports. We are open to everyone in the community for mental health support. Participants can access a range of community mental health support services; clinical mental health services; care coordination and Peer supports. On Offer: Based in Wollongong, NSW Permanent, full-time opportunity available Paying on HPSS Level 3.1 plus Super Leave loading at 17.5% Salary packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free!!) Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650!! Paid parental leave Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness) One paid wellbeing leave day per year Purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12 month period Regular live well being classes Excellent training & career development Reflective practice supervision  Role Overview: This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified clinician or experienced mental health practitioner seeking to move into the clinical space. Come and join an exciting new service in Wollongong. Deliver high quality evidence based clinical care as a member of the multidisciplinary team to achieve better health outcomes for adults that experience mental health concerns and their families and carers. Conduct risk assessments, including assessment of suicide risk, violence/aggression and vulnerability and provide risk management in collaboration with the individual, their family/carers and other support systems with active engagement of appropriate referrals and treatment planning Outreach work in the community is a large proportion of the role Requirements: Must have one of the following: Provisional/General AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse OR AASW eligible/registered Social Worker Knowledge & understanding of the theory underpinning evidence-based interventions & clinical practice as well as demonstrated excellence in the practical application of such, in the areas of mental health and alcohol and drug use.  Highly developed communication (including written) and interpersonal skills The ability to engage with people, advocate on their behalf and establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, clients, families & friends and stakeholders. Experience in the use of electronic client/customer management systems, ability to use a desktop computer, and experience with Microsoft Office applications Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCC Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance  Must have a Driver's License Vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement for all positions and is in accordance with Stride policy. As part of the recruitment process Stride requests evidence of vaccination status (in accordance with privacy principles) to ensure compliance with this policy requirement.  Stride is an inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds in order to enhance the depth of cultural diversity and insight within our workforce. This includes but is not limited to people with a lived-experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities. Apply Now! To apply complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role. Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt, with a final closing date for applications on 01 May 2024. For queries email recruitment@stride.com.au