Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (40 hours per fortnight), On going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 4
• Salary Range: $124,914.40 - $134,524.00 pro rata, plus superannuation
• The PARC RPN - Clinical Specialist acts as the on-site manager outside of business hours, taking responsibility for staff, consumers, visitors and the overall service when the Manager is not rostered.

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking Registered Psychiatric Nurses to join Ngootyoong Prevention and Recovery Centre (PARC) in our role as Clinical Specialist. This role is responsible for applying clinical knowledge and expertise to the assessment, delivery of evidence-based treatment, and interventions for consumers with complex mental health needs, as well as their families and carers. You will be required to work a rotating 7-day roster, including morning, evening, night and weekend shifts.

PARC provides recovery-oriented treatment for people with, or at risk of developing, serious mental illness in a home-like setting. The service offers a supported residential environment for individuals who are becoming unwell or are in the early stages of recovery and would benefit from short-term (up to 28 days) or medium-term (up to six months) intensive treatment to strengthen their biological, psychological and social wellbeing. A two-week day program is also available.

What you bring

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a registered nurse; and completion of either Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or Masters of Mental Health Nursing (or other relevant Post Graduate Course) or completion of a specialist undergraduate Mental Health Nursing program; and at least 5 years' experience in the provision of mental health services.
• Demonstrated skills in delivering psychiatric and recovery-oriented care.
• Ability to work effectively in both inpatient and community settings.
• A strong commitment to supporting individuals with complex mental health needs and their families.
• Capability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 18 October 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au