WELCOME TO ST JOHN OF GOD HEALTH CARE

St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16 ,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.

With over 120 years' experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation as a caring, nurturing and supportive employer. Learning is highly valued and there are many opportunities for professional development.

THE POSITION

St John of God (SJG) Social Outreach provides a range of community based mental health, homelessness and support and capacity development services across Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Timor-Leste.

Midland Head to Health adult mental health centre, operated by SJG Social Outreach offers free, on-the-spot advice and support and, if needed, assessment and treatment for people with stress, anxiety and other mental health issues. The centre was opened on 1 March 2022 and we now look toward adding Employment Specialists to our clinical and support services. As such we are now seeking applications from experienced and qualified employment specialists to join our Midland Head to Health team.

These positions will provide Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services to people with enduring mental health conditions. The Employment Specialists will be fully integrated into the Head to Health multidisciplinary team. The Employment Specialists will provide career development advice and employment assistance to consumers with mental illness in tandem with the clinical team, to ensure people can achieve and maintain sustainable participation in competitive employment.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care.
• Knowledge of the principles of Individual Placement and Support evidence-based supported employment, proven ability to provide individualised job support to clients and employers and develop and deliver person-centred plans and supports.
• Demonstrated recovery-focused, person-centred practice when working with people with mental health needs.
• Excellent organisational, time management and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet organisational outcomes and to work well both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and proven ability to build and nurture relationships at a personal, organisational and community level.
• Well-developed computer, technology and administration skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to network effectively, negotiate with and influence key stakeholders, community organisations, clinical staff and employers to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome.
• Current WA drivers licence to ensure ability to travel in response to the position’s needs.
• Current National Police Clearance.
• Current Working with Children Check.

THE BENEFITS

• Salary packaging and corporate discounts

• Employment Assistance Program
• Professional development

* All interested applicants must address the Selection Criteria (as detailed on the last page of the Position Description)

How to apply

Click Apply Now and enter Ref: 12472 to submit an application.

St John of God Social Outreach is committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in its care and proactively takes measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Healthcare are required to be vaccinated from Covid-19 in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.

For enquiries on this position please contact Ruth Lawrence, Manager, Head to Health Midland on 0499 630 103 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Employment Specialists - Head to Health enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.