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Employment Type - Permanent Part TimeHours per fortnight - 40Job Category - Other Professionals - Occupational TherapyReq Id - 3986Exciting opportunity to join the Mental Health education teamBecome a role model for life long learningPermanant part time position 40hours per fortnightAbout Barwon HealthBarwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.About Mental Health, Drug And Alcohol Services (MHDAS)MHDAS provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and drug & alcohol issues, and their families.Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive. We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide for seamless integrated care for our clients.MHDAS is entering a new phase of co-design of our service system with people who access our services and our wider community. This will build on our nationally recognized unique cultural approach to the challenges of recovery-oriented service delivery to redesign our service system.About The FacilityOur major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelongs CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.About The RoleThe Allied Health Clinical Educator/OT Discipline Lead assists in developing, delivering and evaluating learning and practice development activities for workforces within mental health, drugs and alcohol services (MHDAS) to support the provision of integrated care and treatment for consumers, carers and other supporters. The position forms part of the MHDAS Education and Training team (MHET), and as the OT discipline lead, also has a focus on the practice of Occupational Therapy (OT) within MHDAS.Acting as a role model for lifelong learning, the Allied Health Clinical Educator displays high quality and evidence-based approaches to education and training and demonstrates positive collaborative relationships across the organisationPlease note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.About The CultureYou will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Healths commitment to professional development.Barwon Health staff benefitsExcellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.About GeelongDerived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean Tongue of Land.Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers.Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf CoastAppreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.To learn more aboutthe region, click here.Diversity and InclusionWe believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Governments Child Safe Standards.If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Mental Health recruitment team at mentalhealth.recruitment@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.Contact person: Donna Hansen-VellaEmail: donna.hansen-vella@barwonhealth.org.auApplication closing date: Monday June 16, 2025Position Description #J-18808-Ljbffr