New Positions – Varied Shift work & On Call

Rumbalara will operationalise a Public Intoxication Health Response Trial in the Greater City of Shepparton. This 12-month trial will deliver a health-based response to Aboriginal people presenting intoxicated in public. The position will work closely with Ambulance Victoria, Victoria Police and others to ensure people receive culturally appropriate and safe services. The Centre will run 24/7 and will require varying shift options.

About the role

• Field response to triage the immediate health needs as a first responder and provide nursing and first aid support as required
• Monitor and support participants through the sobering up process, providing nursing interventions to a high standard
• To provide a safe and caring environment in which intoxicated persons can sober up as an alternative to Police custody in which a person’s behaviour poses a risk to themselves or others in the community.
• To provide and facilitate access for the person to appropriate alcohol and other drug treatment options and support services when the person is sober

About You

• Experience working with, and an awareness of the issues that affect, Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of Harm Reduction, especially relating to AOD use Highly developed communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team including peer workers, AOD workers, Mental Health workers & collaborating with partner agencies, as well as working independently
• The ability to take initiative, act calmly and with confidence in challenging situations and works well under own direction
• The ability to assess client need and develop a care plan in order to support and assist both their immediate wellbeing and safety and their short-term navigation to health and other community services
• A commitment to the principles of harm reduction and recovery
• Demonstrates self-awareness and the ability to self-regulate, role models a positive outlook & positive team culture even during challenging times.
• Identifies and uses appropriate strategies to deal with challenging or high-risk situations
• Understands and implements appropriate procedures and strategies to deal with crisis i.e. suicidal behaviour, panic attack, stress, reaction to trauma, overdose, threatening behaviour, psychotic behaviour etc

What do you need to be successful

• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing, registered Nurse Division 2 and hold a registration with AHPRA
• Minimum three years’ experience in community nursing
• Post Graduate study in AOD/Mental Health is desirable
• Drivers licence, without restriction
• Evidence of your Covid-19 Vaccination Status
• Current Working with Children’s Check (employee)
• Current National Police Check

Benefits

• Nurses Award – Above Award wages (depending on qualifications and experience)
• 10.5% Super with choice of fund
• Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program

For further information please email: [email protected] using the subject line: Community Nurse - Public Intoxication Health Response enquiry via EthicalJobs or visit rumbalara.org.au/careers/

A position description is attached.