• Work with children, young people and their families in early intervention and mental health
• Full Time Opportunity | 12 Month Fixed-term contract
• Mt. Gambier Location

Mind Australia is one of the country’s leading community-managed specialist mental health service providers with a range of residential, mobile outreach, centre based and online services. We have been supporting people living with the day-to-day impacts of mental illness, as well as their families, friends and carers for over 40 years.

We provide practical and motivational support that helps people to develop the skills they need to move on, thrive and improve the quality of their lives. It’s an approach to mental health and wellbeing that looks at the whole person in the context of their daily life. Mind is committed to diversity and social inclusion.

About the role

A 12 month fixed-term position has become available within our Family Mental Health Support Service (FMHSS) in Mt Gambier. Mind’s FMHSS provides early intervention support to children, young people, and their families in the Limestone Coast region, who are at risk of or are experiencing mental health concerns. The program encompasses three tiers of support inclusive of short-term brief intervention, intensive support, and community capacity building.

The Community Mental Health Practitioner will provide early intervention support to young people by driving practices that assist them to develop capacity, meaningful relationships and identify their strengths. This role will also see you supporting families and carers through understanding their concerns and the provision of information.

Duties

• Work within a recovery-oriented framework to support individuals, families and carers
• Work in partnership with clinical services, local service providers and other key stakeholders
• Engage creatively with children and young people using a child-centred approach to practice
• Delivering group work programs and community capacity activities

What are we looking for?

• Tertiary qualifications (minimum certificate IV) in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work or other health related field as designated by Mind
• Experience working with people with complex mental health issues and their families and carers
• Demonstrated experience in documenting client notes, reporting and working with a variety of electronic systems
• Demonstrated understanding of available community services, networks and supports
  

Benefits

• Attractive Not For Profit Salary Packaging benefits
• Supportive team environment
• Career & development opportunities

Interested?

To obtain a position description and apply online click Apply Now - reference number 13086 . Online applications must be submitted by the close date.

We welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people with a lived experience of mental ill health and recovery, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and National Police Record Check. Any adverse outcomes of a National Police Record Check, may be considered in the context of the implementation of a risk assessment.