Forensic Mental Health Nurse
- Join a leading maximum security men''s prison as a Forensic Mental Health Nurse.
- Support the mental health and wellbeing of individuals in a secure custodial environment.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to promote positive mental health outcomes.
Description
Forensic Mental Health | Registered Nurse | Enrolled Nurse
Location: Melbourne, Various Locations
Permanent Full-Time & Part-Time
Pay: $37.00-$58.00/hr + Super + Salary Packaging + MORE!!!
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Forensic Mental Health Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to join one of Victorias Leading Maximum security Men’s Prisons on a rotating roster. There are also other oppertunitys across other custodial settings for both Registered and Enrolled Nurses.
The role offers the opportunity to work within a specialised forensic mental health setting, supporting the mental health and wellbeing of people in a secure custodial environment. Through therapeutic engagement, ongoing assessment and collaborative care planning, you can help prisoners better understand and manage their mental health, develop coping strategies, and build the skills needed to support their recovery. Your work can make a meaningful difference to individuals who may have experienced significant trauma, complex mental health challenges or barriers to accessing appropriate treatment.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to creating a safer, more supportive environment that promotes dignity, stability and positive mental health outcomes. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of a vulnerable population, helping individuals access the care they need while supporting their rehabilitation and long-term wellbeing.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Forensic Mental Health Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to take the next steps in their Mental Health Nursing Career.
What We Can Offer
- Competitive hourly rates from $37–$58 + super + penalties + MORE
- Super Salary Packaging
- Flexible Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression with paid study leave
- Free Parking
- Supportive Leadership
- Competitive Shift and Weekend Allowances.
- Generous Leave allowances
- Immediate starts available
- Multiple sites available across Victoria
To Be Successful, You Will Ideally Have
- Current AHPRA registration
- Full Australian work rights
- Minimum 1+ yrs experience in a forensic mental health setting
- Excellent Team work and communication skills especially within a fast-paced environment
- A genuine passion for delivering outstanding patient care
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
If you're looking to take the next step in your Forensic Mental Health Nursing career within a supportive and professional environment, feel free to reach out for a confidential chat.
We also specilise in contract Mental Health Nursing. Across Inpatient, Community and forensic in all states. If you are interested in any contract roles please reach out!
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