About Monash Health

Monash Health is an impressive organisation of seven public hospitals, 21 community health sites, five aged care facilities, university affiliated international research and tertiary education. We provide healthcare for the entire lifespan from pre-birth to palliative care and all stages in between that supports the delivery of clinical are.

In a new initiative between Monash Health and the Department of Health, we have opened a new Transitional Support Unit (TSU) to support clients with a dual disability to transition from hospital to community care. With several permanent roles available, we’re now looking for energetic, committed nurses with a keen interest in dual disability (Mental Health and Intellectual disability) to help drive our Model of Care in this new 10 bed unit.

About the TSU

The TSU is a community based service, which will be a transition point for consumers between an acute setting and community, or community and the more intensive supported environment of the TSU. Clients eligible for the TSU are also likely to be eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Operating on a model of least restrictive care, including reduction in the role of chemical restraint in addressing behaviours of concern, we will incorporate a co-design approach in the delivery of activities of daily living. Each of our clients will work in partnership with the occupational therapist and peer worker in designing relevant activities (ie. groups) consistent with their behavioural support plan.

About you

You are an experienced Dietitian. You may already have expertise in working with consumers who have an Intellectual Disability and/or consumers with a neurological impairment e.g. acquired brain injury (ABI) or traumatic brain injury (TBI) although this is not mandatory. More important is your genuine interest in supporting clients in this specialist area as we will work collaboratively with you to develop and maintain any existing skills gaps you may have.

You are a recovery focused professional with insight into the recovery model of care. You have a keen interest in dual disability and a focus on recovery with individual care planning. To be considered for this role, you need

What you need

• Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent
• Eligible for membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) program
• Working with Children’s Check
• Proven relevant clinical experience
• Other relevant qualifications
• A current Victorian Driver’s License

What we offer?

This is a great opportunity to join a new service, which innovative and ground breaking. You will derive satisfaction from assisting our target group to access specialised mental health support, navigate community services, facilitate community access and successful discharge.

As an employee of the largest public health service in Victoria, you will have access to salary packaging, onsite staff car parking and gym and a generous Employee Assistance Program.

Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to patient safety and promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles.