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Your future Workplace

Since opening our doors in 1982 to share a meal with the most vulnerable members of the community, we have evolved into an independent non-profit organisation renowned for effectively helping thousands of people experiencing homelessness to rebuild their lives. At the heart of everything we do, we recognise everybody is unique. No matter where people are in their journey, we are here to support them and we do not give up.

Every day of the year, Sacred Heart Mission (SHM) assist hundreds of people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty to find shelter, food, care and support. We are in this for the long haul - we are committed to making a sustainable difference in people’s lives. Everyone is welcome at our table.

Your new role

We are currently recruiting for a part time Registered Nurse. Our Clinical Care team provides high quality effective support for the clients in our Residential Service. The Registered Nurse will supervise care staff and liaise with all Allied Health providers to provide holistic care.

Your day-to-day

A typical day will involve:

• Clinical care meetings with your colleagues
• Supervising care staff and volunteers
• Coordinating Allied Health staff
• Undertaking clinical assessment and care planning and case coordination to meet the diverse needs of the residents
• Maintaining relationships with GPs, mental health services and other external health care providers
• Undertaking assessment and documentation to support ACFI funding

We're looking for someone

• Who is able to effectively respond to the needs of younger people who live with mental illness and have experienced trauma and homelessness.
• With post graduate experience in aged care
• Well developed clinical care skills
• Knowledge of complex mental health issues
• Who is motivated, keen to learn, team focused and with strong interpersonal skills
• Who demonstrates compassion and a commitment to social justice
• Who is fully Covid-19 vaccinated including their third vaccination

You can look forward to

• Being and working in the heart of St Kilda
• Flexible part time position
• Working in a Trauma informed environment
• Working in a supportive team and having the opportunity to develop professional skills
• Having access to a comprehensive education program
• Completing your work day knowing you have made a meaningful difference to residents’ lives
• Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 pre-tax
• Access to in-house training

A copy of the Position Description is attached.

Come and Work with us

To join our team, simply submit your application via the Apply Now button below.

For more information about the role, contact Margaret Thorpe, Manager Sacred Heart Community on 0466793305.

SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening as outlined in the position description. All NDIS roles will require a NDIS Worker Screening (NDIS) check. Individuals placed on the DWEL will not be engaged by Sacred Heart Mission.

Sacred Heart Mission requires all its staff, volunteers, directors and contractors to be fully COVID 19 vaccinated, recognising the important role this plays in our ability to continue to support the communities we serve and to keep all of us safe.