About this role

Forensicare is the state-wide specialist provider of adult forensic mental health services in Victoria. This Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3 role at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre supports people in mental health recovery within a custodial setting. Join a caring and supportive team making a real difference to those living with mental illness and offending.

Deliver care practicing within a recovery framework using sound judgement to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and maintain high standards of patient care. Work in consultation with Corrections Victoria, Primary Health, and other stakeholders. Operate across the inpatient unit, reception assessments, At Risk reviews, and outreach services.

Work across community, hospital, and prison settings with curiosity and commitment to understanding unique consumer and carer needs. Contribute to a more connected, compassionate mental health and criminal justice system. Benefit from extensive investment in facilities and people supporting significant expansion.

Access interstate and international relocation support, plus international visa sponsorship including Permanent Residency for eligible applicants. Enjoy excellent supervision, skill development investment, and well-defined career pathways across multi-disciplined teams. Utilize salary packaging options and comprehensive wellbeing programs.

Requirements

Demonstrated thorough working knowledge of current standards of practice, contemporary mental health nursing practices and relevant legislation

Proven knowledge, skills and experience in mental health nursing

Demonstrated commitment to mental health consumer recovery

Demonstrated comprehensive risk assessment skills and ability to plan and implement risk management plans

Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing or equivalent

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Responsibilities

Deliver care within a custodial setting practicing within a recovery framework

Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and maintain high standards of patient care

Consult with Corrections Victoria, Primary Health, and other stakeholders

Work across the inpatient unit, reception assessments, and At Risk reviews

Provide outreach services across the site

Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement risk management plans

Benefits

Interstate and International relocation support provided to eligible applicants

International Visa Sponsorship provided - including Permanent Residency

Excellent supervision and investment in the skill development of all team members

Well defined career pathways across Directorates with multi-disciplined Teams

Salary Packaging Options available – Mortgage, Rent, Car, Expenses

Access to an employee assistance program for personal or work-related matters

Mental health and wellbeing program providing psychological, peer support and critical incidence response