Careers at South Pacific Private

We are recruiting for a Part-Time ‘Changes 1’ Group Therapist to join our dynamic Therapy team. This is a permanent part time role working one, 5 day week per month as part of a four week cycle.

• Facilitate daily trauma-informed group therapy for clients presenting with addictive processes and co-occurring mental health issues
• Provide comprehensive and professional trauma-informed case management to a delegated case-load of inpatient clients
• Support a positive treatment experience for all clients by role modelling functional adult behaviour.

Extensive training will be provided for suitable applicant

-Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology / Counselling or Graduate Diploma in Counselling / Psychotherapy
-Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience including group therapy facilitation
-Registered with an appropriate Counselling/Psychotherapy/Psychology body
-Experience working with clients who have experienced developmental trauma and who are living with addiction, mental health or relational concerns
-Experience in trauma-informed practice and delivery
-Excellent communication skills
-Independent worker with a team focus
-NSW National Police Check (willing to obtain one)
-CPR Certificate

Desirable Criteria:

-CSAT trained/working towards
-12 Step knowledge and/or lived experience

-A genuine opportunity to collaborate and work with a multi-disciplinary team
-Access ongoing professional development in mental health and trauma care
-Practice in a purpose-driven organisation with real impact
-Enjoy a stunning beachside location (Curl Curl, Northern Beaches)
-Free onsite parking, wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Program

Apply by email to [email protected] with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long), or via the link below

This part-time role offers flexible working hours and days, Monday – Sunday in a beautiful beach side setting in Curl Curl. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in SPP’s multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, general practitioners, registered nurses and counsellors.

The Medical Officer is responsible for providing medical treatment for individual inpatient clients at South Pacific Private Hospital, including admission assessments, detox management and ongoing medical evaluation and care. Care for Day Program clients is limited to intervention in medical emergency (code blue) while awaiting transfer to emergency department.

– Recognised current NSW Medical Board qualifications (AHPRA)
– Current medical indemnity and workers comp insurance
– Current CPR certificate
– SPP Medical Provider Number
– Preferable 1 year Experience with Drug and Alcohol detoxification/Psychiatry
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation
– Initiative, commitment and flexibility. Diplomacy and tact
– Commitment to the mission, vision and values of South Pacific Private
– Commitment to the philosophy of continuous improvement, promoting and participating effectively in Workplace Health and Safety, Quality Improvement and – Risk Management practices to ensure that all staff adhere to SPP policies and procedures
– Infection control policy and procedure

– Professional integrity, adherence to a professional code of ethics and confidentiality requirements as per SPP policy
– Strong interpersonal communication skills and professional internal and external boundaries
– Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment effectively, respecting difference and diversity

At South Pacific Private we believe every staff member is a precious, valuable and unique human being. We provide an environment that are respectful, inclusive and safe. This includes offering a setting that is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ people embracing diversity and affirming whatever your gender identity or sexuality. We ask our staff to be well-informed and sensitive to the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ people, and they understand the complexities and challenges LGBTQIA+ people face when accessing services and in the workplace. South Pacific Private is committed to working with you to better understand the diverse needs and strengths of each individual.

– Positive and supportive work environment
– Ongoing professional education and development
– Access to Employee Assistance Program
– Beach side location close proximity to cafes and public transport

Apply by email to [email protected] with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long) or via the link below

South Pacific Private is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Psychiatrist VMO to join our team on a contract basis at our Curl Curl, NSW facility. As a Psychiatrist VMO, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional mental health care to our clients, leveraging your expertise to provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatments. This is a contract position, offering the flexibility to balance your clinical work with other professional commitments.

– Provide psychiatric care to clients admitted to South Pacific Private under your care at least weekly
– Responsible for ensuring psychiatric cover for your patients while you are away
– Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams weekly to ensure coordinated and holistic care for patients
– Maintaining detailed and accurate client records, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies
– Attend Day Program multi-disciplinary meetings as required
– To support the Clinical Director and GM in providing Clinical Governance for the organisation
– Provides urgent pre-admission psychiatric assessments where necessary

– A medical degree with specialist qualifications in Psychiatry and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Medicare Provider Number.
– Significant experience working as a Psychiatrist, preferably in a hospital or private practice setting
– Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience as a qualified Psychiatrist is required for this position
– Excellent clinical skills, including the ability to conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and develop effective treatment plans
– Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
– A commitment to delivering the highest standard of client-centred care
– Australian citizenship or permanent residency required

At South Pacific Private, we are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees. As a Psychiatrist VMO, you will have the opportunity to work with a highly skilled and passionate team, access ongoing professional development opportunities, and contribute to the delivery of exceptional mental health care. We offer competitive remuneration and the flexibility to balance your clinical work with other commitments.

Apply by email to [email protected] with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long), or via the link below

Are you an experienced nurse who has a passion for Mental Health nursing? Do you have an interest in human behaviour? If so, apply for a permanent full-time role at South Pacific Private Hospital. You can utilise your acute nursing skills with our detoxing clients and develop skills in mental health nursing along the way. It’s a great opportunity to learn about yourself as well as your clients.

As a compassionate and professional nurse, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care in a mental health setting. You will work within a supportive and experience team with a healthy work culture.

With the ability to work both in a team and in a multi-disciplinary environment, you will display a positive commitment and professional accountability in relation to the needs of the organisation and its clients, be passionate about supporting and restoring health and wellbeing.

Essential:
– Current AHPRA Registration
– NSW National Police Check
– CPR certificate
– Enthusiastic, dynamic and compassionate
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Basic computer skills

– Professional integrity, adherence to a professional code of ethics and confidentiality requirements as per SPP policy
– Strong interpersonal communication skills and professional internal and external boundaries
– Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment effectively, respecting difference and diversity

At South Pacific Private we believe every staff member is a precious, valuable and unique human being. We provide an environment that are respectful, inclusive and safe. This includes offering a setting that is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ people embracing diversity and affirming whatever your gender identity or sexuality. We ask our staff to be well-informed and sensitive to the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ people, and they understand the complexities and challenges LGBTQIA+ people face when accessing services and in the workplace. South Pacific Private is committed to working with you to better understand the diverse needs and strengths of each individual.

– Attractive 12hr shifts and 24/7 rotating roster
– Free onsite parking and fantastic cafe in walking distance
– Beautiful beachside location
– Continuous professional education and development
– A genuine opportunity to collaborate and work with a multi-disciplinary team
– A workplace wellbeing program including access to an Employee Assistance Program

If you have a passion for mental health nursing, apply by email to [email protected] with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long), or via the link below

Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing, this role will work within our busy hospital department. This exciting opportunity exists for highly motivated Assistant in Nursing, with exceptional time management and clinical skills. 

With the ability to work both in a team and in a multi-disciplinary environment, you will display a positive commitment and professional accountability in relation to the needs of the organisation and its clients, have experience in the treatment of addictions and mood disorders and be passionate about supporting and restoring health and well-being.

Monday – Sunday casual availability.

Essential:

– Certificate III or IV in Health Services Assistance
– Demonstrated ability to work in a team
– Excellent time management skills
– Knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles of adult learning
– Highly developed verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate within a multi-disciplinary team
– Intermediate computer literacy
– Punctual

Desirable:
– Previous Assistant in Nursing experience
– Empathetic and compassionate towards the needs of others

– Professional integrity, adherence to a professional code of ethics and confidentiality requirements as per SPP policy
– Strong interpersonal communication skills and professional internal and external boundaries
– Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment effectively, respecting difference and diversity

At South Pacific Private we believe every staff member is a precious, valuable and unique human being. We provide an environment that are respectful, inclusive and safe. This includes offering a setting that is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ people embracing diversity and affirming whatever your gender identity or sexuality. We ask our staff to be well-informed and sensitive to the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ people, and they understand the complexities and challenges LGBTQIA+ people face when accessing services and in the workplace. South Pacific Private is committed to working with you to better understand the diverse needs and strengths of each individual.

– Free onsite parking and fantastic cafe in walking distance
– Beautiful beachside location
– Continuous professional education and development
– A genuine opportunity to collaborate and work with a multi-disciplinary team
– A workplace wellbeing program including access to an Employee Assistance Program

Apply by email to [email protected] with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long)