ANUM | Depaul House Residential Withdrawal Unit

Job Description:

• Full time permanent position available
• Excellent benefits including salary packaging
• Fitzroy location

About the Role

DePaul House (DPH) provides ongoing specialist treatment and support to meet the identified needs of clients who have significant Substance use issues and related comorbities and require a withdrawal service. This is a state-wide service. DPH practises a Recovery orientated approach using the Strengths Model of Recovery-Oriented Practice, the position through day to day care works and other activities will actively contribute to the development and implementation of this model. 

• Coordinate and manage the shift to ensure the provision of high quality consumer-focused care
• Monitor physical withdrawal and respond with protocol medication
• Provide leadership, act as a role model to staff and coordinate the allocation of resources on the shift to meet the needs of consumers
• Work within the Strengths Model of Recovery Orientated Practice
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including biopsychosocial assessment and formulate and implement treatment plans; Support intake
• Deliver & Coordinate group based programs and activities within the unit
• Develop responsive and accessible services and continuity of care through effective links and liaison with other relevant services
• There will be a requirement to work a night shift roster.

Classifications for this position will be YY4 ($116,760 per annum pro rata)

Your Contribution

• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in General Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing which meets the registration requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) in Division 1 or 3
• Current practicing certificate  (AHPRA registration)
• Post registration qualification in AOD and or MH (or relevant overseas qualifications)
• A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, or willing to obtain

What We Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• Free car parking
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

About Depaul House

Depaul House (DPH) is a 12 bed Community Residential Alcohol and Drug withdrawal unit, based in Fitzroy , Melbourne. The unit provides a medically managed detoxification, from a variety of substances including THC, Alcohol, methampethamine etc. Clients can stay up to 10 days. Depaul House is part of St Vincent’s Department of Addiction Medicine. The Department of Addiction Medicine (DoAM), St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne strives to be a key centre for the community in relation to alcohol and drugs - strong and relevant in response, working in a number of domains including clinical practice, research that is directly translatable, education and training (at undergraduate, postgraduate and community levels) and advocacy and policy at both institutional level and more broadly.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

• Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.  Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENT

Depaul House (DPH) is a 12 bed Community Residential Alcohol and Drug withdrawal unit, based in Fitzroy, Melbourne. The unit provides a medically managed detoxification, from a variety of substances including THC, Alcohol, methamphetamine etc. Clients can stay up to 10 days. Depaul House is part of St Vincent’s Department of Addiction Medicine. The Department of Addiction Medicine (DoAM), St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne strives to be a key centre for the community in relation to alcohol and drugs - strong and relevant in response, working in a number of domains including clinical practice, research that is directly translatable, education and training (at undergraduate, postgraduate and community levels) and advocacy and policy at both institutional level and more broadly.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager, to provide clinical leadership to nursing staff on the shift, and coordinate and manage the shift to ensure the provision of high quality consumer focused care over a 24 hour rostering period. There will be a requirement to work a night shift roster. Rostering allocation of the ANUM position will be dependent on the operational requirements of the DPH Unit. The ANUM will work collaboratively within DPH with consumers, carers and a range of community service providers.

DPH provides ongoing specialist treatment and support to meet the identified needs of clients who have significant Substance use issues and related comorbities and require a withdrawal service. This is a state-wide service. DPH practises a Recovery orientated approach using the ‘Strengths Model of Recovery-Oriented Practice, the position through day to day care works and other activities will actively contribute to the development and implementation of this model.  All clinical staff are expected to be familiar with, and practice in a manner consistent with, the state & National Practice Standards for them.

POSITION DUTIES

• Coordinate and manage the shift to ensure the provision of high quality consumer-focused care
• Monitor physical withdrawal and respond with protocol medication
• Provide leadership, act as a role model to staff and coordinate the allocation of resources on the shift to meet the needs of consumers
• Work within the Strengths Model of Recovery Orientated Practice
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including biopsychosocial assessment and formulate and implement treatment plans; Support intake
• Deliver & Coordinate group based programs and activities within the unit
• Develop responsive and accessible services and continuity of care through effective links and liaison with other relevant services
• Provides culturally and clinically competent mental health care that ensures culturally inclusive service delivery
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures for the service
• Actively participate in quality improvement activities
• Assist in the management of allocated resources within the unit budget
• Maintain all documentation in line with SVMH policies

SELECTION CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION, LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in General Nursing which meets the registration requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) in Division 1 or 3
• Current practicing certificate  (AHPRA registration)
• Post registration qualification in AOD and or MH (or relevant overseas qualifications)

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of three years post qualification experience in drug & alcohol or mental health
• Able to provide services to people with serious substance use issues & mental illness and demonstrated skills in engaging consumers with complex needs
• Committed to working collaboratively with consumers, carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and external agencies
• Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, including biopsychosocial assessment and formulate and implement treatment plans
• Good working knowledge of the relevant AOD legislation and Mental Health Act 2014, other relevant legislation, including current national and state policy directives in the delivery of AOD health services

Closing Date:

22 November 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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