Use your lived experience of mental ill health to provide empathic, positive supports to young people.
Casual Role
Hourly rate: $43.08 + 25% Casual Loading + 11.5% Super & Benefits
Location: Perth Metro
Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived and living experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages, and backgrounds.
About Mind Australia
Mind Australia is one of the country’s leading community-managed specialist mental health service providers, supporting people experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges for more than 45 years.
We provide practical and motivational support that helps people develop the skills they need to thrive and improve their quality of life. Mind is committed to diversity and social inclusion.
About the Role
We are seeking self-motivated, compassionate Peer Practitioners for casual opportunities to work alongside a caring team in the Perth Metro area. You will utilise your lived experience of mental ill health to engage young people through assertive outreach, coordinate wrap-around supports, and provide empathetic, positive support.
About the Service
The Youth Psychosocial Support Package (YPSP) is a psychosocial program that supports young people aged 16-24 years who have a mental illness while living independently or in the family home.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilise lived experience of mental ill health to deliver high-quality outreach services and facilitate positive educational and social experiences.
- Support clients to remain in their community, live independently, and enjoy a meaningful life through a staged approach to recovery.
- Provide information and mentoring to young clients to establish connections with families and carers, create community networks, and access relevant services.
- Plan and deliver group programs that aid young people to build their skills and focus on recovery.
- Collaborate with a range of services and the community to ensure a coordinated, integrated response to the client’s recovery goals.
What You’ll Bring
- Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Mental Health, Peer Work, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or other health-related fields.
- Prior lived experience and willingness to support clients through sharing learnings and recovery-oriented practice is required.
- Expertise in working with young people with mental health issues and complex needs.
- Demonstrated understanding of the Community Services sector and ability to build strong relationships with service providers, clinical teams, and key stakeholders.
What We Offer
- Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. allows you to allocate a portion of your pre-tax income to cover living expenses.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), provided by Converge International, for you and your immediate family members.
- Fitness Passport - Access to our corporate health and fitness program.
- Learning, development, and career opportunities.
Interested?
To apply, please visit Mind Careers - reference number 495332. Complete the online application form and attach your CV along with a cover letter addressing the following:
- How have you utilised your lived experience of mental health recovery to support and inspire others?
- How do you support clients in setting and achieving their recovery goals?
Applications must be submitted by 11pm Tuesday 10 September 2024.
For more information, please contact:
Amy Van Leeuwen, Service Manager
The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check.
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