Clinician - Mental Health Advice and Response Services

Reference Number:   2007

Job Title: Mental Health Advice and Response Service (MHARS) clinician 

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Part time until 30/6/2027                                                                 

Hours per Fortnight: 40 

Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 4 (NP75 - NP77), Occupational Therapist Grade 3 (YB24 - YB27), Psychologist Grade 3 (PL1- PL4) or Social Worker Grade 3 (YC46 –YC49)

Location: Shepparton, Victoria 3630 

Closing date: 12/08/2025

For a confidential conversation please contact: Helen Sell Access Team Manager : Helen.Sell@gvhealth .org.au 

About GV Health – Mental Health Services:

Our skilled and committed team of Mental Health professionals provide an innovative range of services for individuals suffering from, or at risk of, serious mental health problems requiring short and long-term treatment and support. Our comprehensive service is offered across the municipalities of Mitchell, Murrindindi, Strathbogie, Greater Shepparton and Moira regions.

Our multidisciplinary professionals are from an array of backgrounds and disciplines and work across a range of settings and services including:

• Adult Mental Health
• Community Mental Health
• Acute Adult Inpatient Unit - Wanyarra
• Aged Persons Mental Health
• Child and Youth Mental Health

Click HERE to find out more information about GV Health and our services.

Click HERE to find out more from our staff about a career and lifestyle at GV Health.

About the role:

The MHARS clinician provides informed clinical advice and consultation to Magistrates, CCS staff, members of the legal profession, other relevant professionals and community agencies in relation to mental health issues and to provide a recovery orientated service to consumers. The role includes liaison work with key stakeholders as well as direct assessment, referrals and treatment planning for consumers referred to MHARS.  An understanding of the legal system, court protocols and associated processes is required as well as knowledge of relevant legislation.

The successful candidate should have:

• Previous experience in similar or same role
• Post-Graduate qualification in Forensic Mental Health
• Ability to contribute to the development and delivery of training for Magistrates, Community Correctional staff, members of the legal profession, 
  other relevant professionals and community agencies in relation to mental health issues 

Position Description: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Workforce Navigator Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.