About HelpingMinds

HelpingMinds® is a highly-regarded carer support and mental health services organisation, established over 45 years ago. Our compassionate team of staff and dedicated volunteers throughout the metro and regional areas, provide quality services and support to more than 10,000 children, youth, adults and families affected by mental illness every year.

The role:

The Psychosocial Recovery coach will support participants to take more control of their lives and to better manage the complex challenges of day-to-day living. They will work collaboratively with participants, their families, carers and other services to design, plan and implement a recovery plan, and assist with the coordination of NDIS and other supports.

For a comprehensive overview please refer to our Work with Us page: https://helpingminds.org.au/about-us/work-with-us/ 

About You:

To be considered for this role candidates will need to have the below essential qualifications and experience

Essential qualifications include:

• Minimum of Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work/Certificate IV Mental Health AND/OR minimum of two years’ experience in mental health related peer work.
• Current Drivers License and reliable vehicle with third party insurance;.

The successful candidate will also have, or be willing to obtain as a condition of employment the below listed certificates:

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Working with Children Check
• First Aid Certificate

Experience:

• Ability to effectively utilise NDIS packages by using their knowledge of the NDIS
• A passion for coaching and supporting others to learn and overcome their barriers whilst always instilling hope;
• Knowledge of the recovery model, complex mental health and drug and alcohol issues;
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, including advocacy and report writing skills;
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, be non-judgmental, be fair, patient, have a willingness to listen, and display empathy;
• Demonstrated client centred approach with the ability to work in partnership with others to achieve best outcomes for the client;
• Demonstrated capacity to engage with and empower people to achieve their identified goals within a structured individual recovery plan;
• Well-developed IT skills, with experience using Microsoft products and databases

Culture Statement

We are a value-driven organisation that encompasses the values of Hope, Collaboration, Trust, Integrity, and Respect to provide quality service. We welcome your individuality, your ideas, your passion, and your drive. Our people focused culture and flexible approach will help you to succeed both professionally and personally.

The Perks

• Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits where you can package up to $15,900 per annum
• Generous leave entitlements
• 5 weeks annual leave per year, increasing to 6 weeks once reaching 3 years of continuous service
• 2 wellness days per year, increasing to 3 days once reaching 3 years of continuous service
• Generous superannuation
• 12.5%, increasing to 13.5% once reaching 1 year of continuous service
• Learning culture supportive of professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to have a real impact with the work you do!

Apply Now

To apply for this position and take the next steps towards a rewarding career with HelpingMinds, please submit a resume and cover letter by clicking 'Apply Now'.

For more information, contact the Recruitment team on 08 9427 7100 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Psychosocial Recovery Coach enquiry via EthicalJobs.

HelpingMinds Limited is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQIA+, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience of mental health issues and of supporting family members with mental health issues