Job Description
Job details
Pay
$65.52 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Casual
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Rotating roster
Every weekend
Shift work
Location
Truganina VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Annual leave
Uniform provided
Insurance services
Free parking
Salary packaging
Full job description
Opportunities for Mental Health Nurses at Metropolitan Remand Centre
$10+K Base Salary Plus Loadings and Allowances
Free Parking, Generous Leave and Professional Development Benefits
About the roles
GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria.
Primary Mental Health Nurses employed by GEO Healthcare work to deliver high quality Mental Health care to men in Victoria’s public and private prisons.
The Primary Mental Health Nurse delivers mental health services which enhances and promotes the health of people in prison through evidenced base, comprehensive and professional nursing care within a prison setting and to assist in the prevention and management of people in prison who are at risk of self-harm or suicide.
Opportunities exist for Full Time, Part Time & Casual nursing staff. Terms and conditions provided by this Agreement include:
Approx. $10+K base salary (pro rata part time).
Casual $65.52 per hour.
Annual increments to salary.
Competitive Shift and Weekend Allowances.
Generous annual leave, long service leave and ‘continuing professional development’ leave benefits.
For more information on this role, including details regarding key accountabilities, please click the appropriate link below:
Mental Health Nurse Position Description
Skills and Experience:
Clinical Nursing Skills
Team Work Oriented
Excellent Communication Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
Professional qualifications in Mental Health; a minimum of 12 months experience working in mental health over the previous 3 years; and the ability to work unsupervised in the delivery of primary mental health services.
Provides primary mental health nursing services to people in prison.
Undertakes At Risk assessments, within the specified timeframe, for people in prison who have been identified as at risk of self harm or suicide
Undertakes primary mental health nurse clinics, where patients are assessed, treatment plans are reviewed and ongoing care is discussed with the patient.
Provides a primary mental health consultancy service for primary health nursing staff and other service providers.
Participates in clinical handover meetings within the health team.
Documents all patient occasions of service, declining of services, non-attendance and, appointment scheduling in the electronic medical record (EMR) and maintains confidentiality of health records.
Documents occasions of service in the approved format.
Work collaboratively with the Forensic Mental Health (FMH) Service Provider in the assessment and management of a mental health patient who may be deteriorating and/or have complex mental health issues.
Refer patients to the FMH service for specialist assessment and review which includes managing the waitlist for the FMH outreach service at designated GEO Healthcare locations.
Other Requirements of the role:
Valid Australian driver’s licence.
Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
About GEO Healthcare
GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.
GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.
We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.
Company Benefits Overview
The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.
GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here
Financial & Career Benefits
Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.
Health & Wellbeing
Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees
Work-Life Balance
Free parking: Enjoy complimentary parking at our workplace for added convenience.
Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.
For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare
How to Apply:
Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:
Three COVID-1+ vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months
To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
Make a real difference – Apply Now!
People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:
UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE
Apply Now
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Pay
$65.52 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Casual
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Rotating roster
Every weekend
Shift work
Location
Truganina VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Annual leave
Uniform provided
Insurance services
Free parking
Salary packaging
Full job description
Opportunities for Mental Health Nurses at Metropolitan Remand Centre
$10+K Base Salary Plus Loadings and Allowances
Free Parking, Generous Leave and Professional Development Benefits
About the roles
GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria.
Primary Mental Health Nurses employed by GEO Healthcare work to deliver high quality Mental Health care to men in Victoria’s public and private prisons.
The Primary Mental Health Nurse delivers mental health services which enhances and promotes the health of people in prison through evidenced base, comprehensive and professional nursing care within a prison setting and to assist in the prevention and management of people in prison who are at risk of self-harm or suicide.
Opportunities exist for Full Time, Part Time & Casual nursing staff. Terms and conditions provided by this Agreement include:
Approx. $10+K base salary (pro rata part time).
Casual $65.52 per hour.
Annual increments to salary.
Competitive Shift and Weekend Allowances.
Generous annual leave, long service leave and ‘continuing professional development’ leave benefits.
For more information on this role, including details regarding key accountabilities, please click the appropriate link below:
Mental Health Nurse Position Description
Skills and Experience:
Clinical Nursing Skills
Team Work Oriented
Excellent Communication Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
Professional qualifications in Mental Health; a minimum of 12 months experience working in mental health over the previous 3 years; and the ability to work unsupervised in the delivery of primary mental health services.
Provides primary mental health nursing services to people in prison.
Undertakes At Risk assessments, within the specified timeframe, for people in prison who have been identified as at risk of self harm or suicide
Undertakes primary mental health nurse clinics, where patients are assessed, treatment plans are reviewed and ongoing care is discussed with the patient.
Provides a primary mental health consultancy service for primary health nursing staff and other service providers.
Participates in clinical handover meetings within the health team.
Documents all patient occasions of service, declining of services, non-attendance and, appointment scheduling in the electronic medical record (EMR) and maintains confidentiality of health records.
Documents occasions of service in the approved format.
Work collaboratively with the Forensic Mental Health (FMH) Service Provider in the assessment and management of a mental health patient who may be deteriorating and/or have complex mental health issues.
Refer patients to the FMH service for specialist assessment and review which includes managing the waitlist for the FMH outreach service at designated GEO Healthcare locations.
Other Requirements of the role:
Valid Australian driver’s licence.
Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
About GEO Healthcare
GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.
GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.
We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.
Company Benefits Overview
The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.
GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here
Financial & Career Benefits
Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.
Health & Wellbeing
Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees
Work-Life Balance
Free parking: Enjoy complimentary parking at our workplace for added convenience.
Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.
For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare
How to Apply:
Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:
Three COVID-1+ vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months
To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
Make a real difference – Apply Now!
People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:
UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE
Apply Now
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Mental Health Nurse position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Truganina offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.
