Ward Clerk – Swanston Centre

• Welcoming and supportive team environment where you are encouraged to thrive
• Extend your career at Victoria’s leading regional health care service
• Permanent Part Time – 24 hours per fortnight
• Work days: Alternating Thursdays 0800-1630, every Friday 1130-2000 and 1 Sunday 0830-1700 in lieu of a week day every ten weeks.
• $35.15 per hour (Mental Health EBA – Admin Grade 2)

About the facility 

The Swanston Centre is a 32 bed acute psychiatric admission unit providing Recovery Orientated care delivery for people aged 18 and over, experiencing the effects of major mental illness/distress. Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that value client centeredness, holistic care, accessibility, family inclusiveness, best practice, and ongoing professional development. We are fortunate to enjoy excellent internal relationships within our wide range of clinical programs. We have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide for seamless integrated care for our clients.

About the role  

Provide ward clerk assistance, secretarial, and receptionist services to the Swanston centre acute unit. This position enables the team to provide efficient, courteous and clinically effective treatment and care for people experiencing the effects of major mental illness and/or drug and alcohol issues.

About the culture

We are an enthusiastic, energetic and focused team who work cohesively together. We promote positive respectful relationships and strong working partnerships in the workplace and in the community. As a team, we are focussed on providing the highest quality patient centred care.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Mental Health Recruitment team via email at [email protected] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Applicants for this role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon health immunisation policy