Position Details


Reference Number 173507
Position Title Jigsaw (Youth) Mental Health Clinician - Corio
Employment Status Temporary Part Time
Program Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services
Location Corio Village Centre (JIGSAW)
Salary $0.00
Hours Per Fortnight 64
Position Summary
  • Perfect time to join our organisation as we expand our mental health services
  • Advance your skills within a supportive and encouraging team environment
  • Work the hours & location that work for you-multiple opportunities available
  • Multidisciplinary positions – suitable for RPN, OT, Psychologist, Social Worker
  • Relocation packages  & assistance available for suitable candidates

About the facility

Jigsaw provides specialist early intervention for young people with or at risk of developing a psychotic disorder and treatment services for young people with drug and alcohol and/or high prevalence disorders. Under the auspice of the wider Barwon Health Mental Health & Drug Alcohol Service, it also forms a central component of the Headspace Geelong Consortia and is actively involved in service development and innovation to assist in the national campaign to promote early and effective mental health and drug and alcohol interventions for young people.

About the Roles

As the successful candidate you will provide mental health, drug and alcohol care to young people aged 16-25 years old in the Barwon region. You will also be responsible for the delivery of best practice, evidence based treatment and support to young people with emerging or established mental health difficulties.

We currently have the following positions available:

-          Temporary Part Time – 64 hours per fortnight (maternity leave relief), Corio

-          Permanent Part Time – 48 hours per fortnight, Colac

-     Permanent Part Time - 64 hours per fortnight, City

You will need to have a formal qualification and experience in either Psychiatric Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Psychology to be considered for the positions.

About the culture

Jigsaw is a dynamic, fun team that is supportive, professional and engaged with its team members. We are an enthusiastic and committed team who work cohesively together. We promote positive respectful relationships and strong working partnerships in the workplace and in the community.

What we offer

  • Relocation packages & assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development
  • Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
  • Attractive salary packaging benefits!
    • Living Expenses capped at $9,010 and includes repayments on mortgages, credit cards, personal loans and rental payments
    • Meal Entertainment & Accommodation capped at $2,650 and includes food and drink consumed in a social or entertainment settings and some accommodation expenditure

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 mentalhealth.recruitment@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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Selection Criteria Essential: Can you please list Barwon Health's values?
Essential: Can you please choose one of Barwon Health's values and describe a situation in the workplace where you have displayed this value?
Essential: Formal professionally recognised qualifications in Psychiatric Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Clinical Psychology
Essential: Current Victorian Drivers Licence
Desirable: Thorough knowledge of the objectives and provisions of the Victorian Mental Health Act (2014).
Essential: I agree to meet Barwon Health’s immunisation requirements (including full COVID vaccination) as set out in Barwon Health’s Staff Immunisation Policy as amended from time to time. I acknowledge that meeting this ongoing requirement is mandatory and a condition of any employment subsequently offered.
Essential: Are you applying for the Corio Temporary Part Time role or the Permanent Part Time Colac Role?
Desirable: Did you see this position via the 'Make your Mind Shift' campaign'?
Desirable: If you answered no to the above, what platform did you see this role advertised on? e.g. Seek, Facebook, ACMHN, OTAUS etc
Contact Person Janet Walker 
Contact Person Job Title Acting Jigsaw manager 
Contact Number (03) 4215 8300 
Alternate Contact Person Steven Goater 
Alternate Contact Number (03) 4215 8300 
Closing Date 08/05/2022
Position Description
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on closing date. Please ensure your application is added before then as we do not accept late applications.