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If you’re keen to make a difference in Western NSW and experience the wonderful people and landscapes this area has to offer, send us your CV and application for the roles advertised below.
The Outback Division of General Practice Ltd employees are entitled to attractive remuneration with salary packaging. Successful applicants may also be entitled to a relocation funding package through the Rural Health Professionals Program.
POSITIONS VACANT
NSW Outback Division of General Practice LTD
3 Mental Health Nurse Vacancies
Bourke, Cobar and Lightning Ridge NSW
The NSW Outback Division of General Practice (NSW ODGP) is a health service provider working to improve the health of people living in the outback shires of Cobar, Bourke, Brewarrina, and Walgett. NSW ODGP currently has the following full time Mental Health Nurse vacancies in Bourke and Lightning Ridge and is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join the organisation and contribute to our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of people living in north-western NSW. The NSW ODGP manages a variety of health contracts focusing on early intervention and prevention of disease, chronic disease management, mental health care, healthy lifestyle programs and health promotion.
The Mental Health Nurse will work within the ODGP MHNIP program based upon an innovative, a successful model of care and collaborative service framework involving Local Health District Mental Health Services, General Practice and Aboriginal Health Community controlled services. The MHNIP positions will be working directly with General Practice led multidisciplinary teams in both mainstream GP and Aboriginal Medical Service settings as well as undertaking brief clinical placements with the Local Health District Mental Health services to strengthen the Stepped Model of Care.
If you are looking to join a dynamic organisation with ideas, exciting networks within the health and academic sector, innovative community partnerships, a commitment to quality and a determined agenda to deliver sustainable health outcomes for the bush; send us your CV and application to join a not-for-profit NGO and make a difference. The NSW ODGP has an inclusive and very supportive workplace culture, valuing and engaging staff in the design, development and evaluation of clinical services. Our Mental Health Nurses are available to provide insight from personal experience into what sets the service apart from others and why is has been described as ‘gold standard’ in its unique response to Mental Health workforce delivery in rural and remote areas.
It is desirable that the Mental Health Nurse is MHNIP Australian College of Mental Health Nursing (ACHMN) credentialed or at a minimum committed to achieving ACMHN’s credentialing within the first year of service.
Highly attractive salary packages (based on CNS rate - $94,000 to $102,000 plus leave loading and superannuation) will be paid according to qualifications and experience and will be in line with the relevant modern awards. In addition, As a public benevolent health organisation, NSW Outback Division of General Practice Ltd employees are entitled to an attractive salary packaging component or remuneration. Applicants may also be eligible for substantial financial support for relocation and professional development under the NSWRDN administered Rural Health Professionals Program (RHPP).
Closing Date for all Applications: 5pm Friday 30th June 2023
For more information and an application pack containing: guidelines for applicants, position specifications and position description please contact:
Liam Rice, NSW Outback Division of General Practice on 0268 724 777 or email liam.rice@outbackdivision.org.au
Speech Pathologist
1 Full Time Position Lightning Ridge NSW
The NSW Outback Division of General Practice (NSW ODGP) is a health service provider working to improve the health of people living in the outback shires of Cobar, Bourke, Brewarrina, and Walgett. NSW ODGP currently has the following full time Speech Pathologist vacancy and is looking for an enthusiastic professional to join the organisation and contribute to our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of people living in north-western NSW. The NSW ODGP manages a variety of health contracts focusing on early intervention and prevention of disease, chronic disease management, mental health care, healthy lifestyle programs and health promotion.
So if you’re looking to join a dynamic organisation with ideas, exciting networks within the health and academic sector, innovative community partnerships, a commitment to quality and a determined agenda to deliver sustainable health outcomes for the bush, send us your CV and application to join a not-for-profit NGO and make a difference. Salary packages will be paid according to qualifications and experience and will be in line with the relevant modern awards.
As a public benevolent health organisation, NSW Outback Division of General Practice Ltd employees are entitled to an attractive salarypackaging component or remuneration. Successful applicants may also be entitled to a relocation funding package through the Rural Health Professionals Program.
About the role:
You will work in an early intervention role, providing assessment and intervention to children 0-8 years old feeding and communication needs.
You will have the opportunity to provide outreach services to communities surrounding Lightning Ridge.
You will have the opportunity to plan and provide education and capacity building programs that meeting the needs of the community.
You will be supported to work in a variety of settings including: preschools, schools, GP clinic and s home visits.
You will work along other allied health professionals including: Occupational therapist and dietitian.
Opportunities:
Develop your clinical skills while exploring the beautiful outback and all that Western NSW has to offer
You will be eligible for up to $10,000 relocation through the Rural Health Professionals Program
Generous professional development budget and paid study leave.
Regular and ongoing clinical supervision as required.
Comfortable and secure shared accommodation available at no cost.
Attractive salary packaging available.
Essential criteria:
Recognised degree in speech pathology. New graduates encouraged to apply!
Current Speech Pathology Australian membership (or willingness to obtain)
Current Woking with Children Check
Current drivers licence
Demonstrated clinical skills in speech pathology including assessment and intervention
Ability to work independently, manage and prioritise workload
Excellent communication and time management skills
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
A highly attractive salary package starting at $40 per hour is offered based on skills and experience under the Health Professional and Support Services Award of 2019.
Relocation costs and rental subsidy is also available for the successful candidate.
Closing Date for all Applications: 5pm Friday 30th June 2023
For more information and an application pack containing guidelines for applicants, position criteria and position description please contact:
Liam Rice, Contract Manager at the ODGP office in Bourke NSW on 02 6872 4777 or liam.rice@outbackdivision.org.au
EARLY INTERVENTION SUPPORT OFFICER
1 Full Time Position – Bourke NSW
The NSW Outback Division of General Practice (ODGP) is a health service provider working to improve the health of people living in the outback shires of Cobar, Bourke, Brewarrina, and Walgett. ODGP currently has a vacancy for a full time Early Intervention Support Officer and is looking for an enthusiastic and community minded person to join the organisation and contribute to our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of people living in north-western NSW. ODGP manages a variety of health contracts focusing on early intervention, prevention of disease, chronic disease management, mental health care and health promotion programs.
This position will assist in the development of local solutions within Bourke to provide Early Intervention Support and be part of a wider childhood development and integrated strategy which includes engagement of families and providers. A key focus of the role is to mitigate service fragmentation in providing early intervention for children and families and to support local clinicians, schools, agencies, early childhood services and existing telehealth therapy models.
The successful candidate will work closely with and be supported by a multidisciplinary team including Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Dietitian and Podiatrist and a variety of training and upskilling options with be provided to support the candidate in this role.
If you are looking for a training opportunity within a health organisation, that has a career pathway, exciting networks, and community partnerships, send us your CV and application to join a not-for-profit local organisation and make a difference in our communities.
Closing Date for all Applications: 5pm Friday 31st March 2023
For more information and an application pack containing guidelines for applicants, position criteria and position description please contact:
Liam Rice, Contract Manager at the ODGP office in Bourke NSW on 02 6872 4777 or liam.rice@outbackdivision.org.au
