Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Mental Health (Regional VIC) Permanent Part-Time | 64 hrs per fortnight | $91,375–$94,480 p.a. super (pro rata) This isn’t just another Associate Nurse Unit Manager job. This is a chance to lead mental health care in a way that’s steady, kind, and actually backed by people who care. We’re looking for an Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Mental Health to help shape a secure inpatient unit in regional Victoria. Not because the job is hard to fill — but because we’re not just looking for a checklist. We’re looking for someone whose leadership is felt, not just listed. What makes this worth your next step: Permanent part-time (64 hours/fortnight) for real work-life steadiness $91,375–$94,480 super salary packaging (pro rata) ADO every 4 weeks PD support inclusive, education-focused culture Shift leadership with a team that wants to grow together Regional lifestyle (you can breathe again — literally and figuratively) What you’ll actually be doing: Running the show when your NUM’s not there — and guiding the team when they are Allocating shifts and making calls that keep care safe, calm, and clear Supporting a mix of mental health clinicians across disciplines Mentoring new staff and students (they’ll remember how you made them feel) Being the kind of clinical lead others trust when things get tough You’re probably already doing this, but without the title: You’re a Registered Nurse with postgrad mental health credentials (or equivalent) You’ve got at least 2 years’ recent mental health experience You make solid clinical decisions without ego You’ve got team-building instincts and emotional intelligence that matter more than buzzwords You want to work somewhere where the policies don’t just sit in binders Apply if this feels like your kind of leadership Don’t wait for someone to tap you on the shoulder. Step into the leadership you’ve already been doing. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity and social inclusion. They encourage applications from people of diverse cultural backgrounds, people with disabilities, and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples. Ready to take the next step? Whether you're actively job hunting or simply exploring your options, I’d love to have a confidential chat. ABOUT THE RECRUITER Kate at Carejobz here Whether you're ready to make a move—or just quietly exploring—I’d love to connect for a no-pressure, confidential chat. I’ve placed hundreds of Nurses and Healthcare Managers into roles where they’re genuinely valued for over a decade. Proud to be ranked in the Top 10 Healthcare Recruiters in Australia & NZ, I specialise in placing exceptional Nurses and Clinical Leaders into roles where they can thrive. Read my 5 * Recruiter Reviews: sourcr.com/recruiter/kate-wheeler-1 WORK WITH ME PLACING AWESOME PEOPLE! Know a brilliant Scrub Scout, ICU Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Theatre Nurse, Anaesthetic Nurse, Endoscopy Nurse, or Aged Care Manager? Refer them to me and receive a $500 Gift Card when they’re placed—it’s my way of saying thanks. NOT THE RIGHT FIT? I recruit exclusively in healthcare across Australia & NZ, with new roles added daily. Browse openings in: Scrub Scout | ICU | Anaesthetics | Endoscopy | Theatre | Aged Care | Mental Health | Leadership at www.carejobz.com.au Carejobz Recruitment – Trusted by leading healthcare providers since 2015 - Experts in Nursing & Healthcare Leadership Recruitment
