About this role
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 6754
- Provide recovery-oriented, culturally sensitive mental health and AOD care to young people at Cherry Creek
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Work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team supporting assessments, interventions, and ongoing care
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Join a supportive team with multiple part-time positions available
About Cherry Creek Primary Health Service:
Barwon Health is partnered with the Department of Justice and Community Safety to provide the health care service at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Centre. Cherry Creek is a 140 bed Youth Justice Facility to the west of Werribee in the vicinity of Cherry Creek that accommodates males between 15-17 years of age, both sentenced and on remand.
The services delivered include emergency response (with support from the Barwon Health Virtual ED), primary care beds, integrated mental health, drug and alcohol services, allied health, general practice and specialist medical care as required. There is 24/7 nursing coverage on-site as well as a 7-days a week primary care clinic. Diagnostic (pathology and imaging) and pharmacy is also be available on site.
The health care is integrated in the operations of the Centre and is primarily operating from a state of the art purpose built health facility.
The team deliver best practice culture, processes and operations. This is how we ensure Cherry Creek enhances the outcomes we achieve for the young people in our care and the community.
About Barwon Health
Barwon 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 the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Psychiatric Nurse (Grade 4) to join the Cherry Creek Youth Justice (CCYJ) health team. In this role, you will provide contemporary, recovery-oriented, and culturally sensitive mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) care to young people at the Cherry Creek precinct. You will conduct assessments, deliver brief interventions and therapeutic approaches, and support ongoing care that promotes wellbeing, self-awareness, and engagement. You will also facilitate appropriate referrals and linkages, support care continuity upon release, and contribute to the mental health capacity building of CCYJ staff.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have professional accountability to the RPN5 Cherry Creek, with operational guidance from the Cherry Creek Health Service Manager, ensuring your work is integrated, effective, and centred on the needs of young people.
About the culture
You 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 Health’s commitment to professional development.
- Excellent 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 $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Derived from the local Wadawurrung 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 Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all.
We encourage applications from:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
- LGBTIQA+ community members
- People of all gender identities
- People with disability
- Culturally and linguistically diverse communities
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]
Barwon Health is a totally smoke-free workplace.
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.
Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Maria Hatton | Sarah Calder
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Application closing date: 2nd, February 2026
Other facts
About Barwon South West
Victoria's largest regional service, providing state-of-the-art treatment and care.
What you'll do
- The Registered Psychiatric Nurse will provide recovery-oriented and culturally sensitive mental health and AOD care to young people. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, delivering interventions, and supporting ongoing care.
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