Transition to Specialty Practice

The TTSP program is designed for those who are qualified in Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work, who have already commenced their post-study career. 

• Tertiary Qualification in Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work
• AHPRA or AASW registration prior to commencement
• Social Workers - Membership or meets the eligibility requirements for membership with the Australian Association of Social Work

Rotations can include Continuing Care Teams (CCT), Acute Community Intervention Services, Prevention and Recovery, Child and Youth Mental Health, Psychosocial Recovery Unit and Inpatient Units across our sites located in Albury, Wodonga, Beechworth, and Wangaratta. 

Rotations are designed to give you exposure and learning opportunities across the Mental Health functions at Albury Wodonga Health, and will help to embed your learning and grow your experience as a professional. 

AWH provide a range of program-specific benefits to make your TTSP experience a fantastic one.

• A supportive, team environment.
• A 2-year program, with the opportunity to secure ongoing employment upon successful completion of the program.
• Part-time employment (0.8 EFT) to allow for work-life balance.
• Salary will be aligned with experience.
• Supportive Orientation program including Supernumerary days
• Workshops to support your development as a Mental Health Clinician across the 2-year Program
• Additional paid study days to complete Post Graduate Qualifications
• Support to complete the Post Graduate Qualifications through our partnership with La Trobe University.
• Dedicated educational support from Nursing and Allied Health Educators, the Mental Health Professional Development and Practice team as well as experienced Mentors and Clinicians across the service
• Structured Post Graduate Mental Health Career Pathway.
• Regular individual and group clinical supervision.
• A relocation Navigator to support you with your relocation (if applicable).

AWH also provide the following staff benefits:

• Salary packaging up to $ 15,900
• Employee assistance and wellbeing program
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Discounted private health insurance (BUPA)
• Free on-site car parking

 The TTSP Program runs for two years. There are opportunities for ongoing employment with Albury Wodonga Health upon successful completion of the program. 

We'd love you to join us, no matter where from!

AWH has access to the Regional Mental Health Workforce Incentive program. The Incentive program is designed by the Department of Health to support the attraction, relocation, and retention of mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) workers to Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Services across rural and regional Victoria.

Candidates relocating may be eligible for grants to cover expenses such as a removalist, travel fees, accommodation costs, school fees, etc.

Even if you aren't eligible for the incentive program, you can still reach out to our dedicated Workforce Navigator and arrange a one-on-one session to explore your options, and to help make your move to our gorgeous region easier. 

Vivian Ives - Regional Workforce Relocation and Integration Navigator
Vivian.ives@awh.org.au

 To apply for our Mental Health Transition to Specialty Practice (TTSP) program you must apply directly through Albury Wodonga Health. CLICK HERE to read more and apply!

The following documents are required in your online application:

• Cover letter detailing your interest in the program, maximum 1 page
• Resume: maximum 2 pages
• 2 professional referees (contact details to include a phone number and email address)