About the Role
Woodville House, led by Uniting WA in partnership with Homeless Healthcare and Richmond Wellbeing, is a 12-month pilot model located in the heart of Helena Valley. We are seeking experienced professionals in the fields of social work, mental health, community services, counselling, welfare, behaviour management, case management, forensic services, or homeless services to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team.
If you're looking to expand your expertise, thrive in a more dynamic role, or make a lasting impact in a progressive field, this is an exciting opportunity to work with marginalised individuals who are currently falling through the gaps in the mental health system. At Woodville House, you’ll be part of career-defining work that offers both challenge and the chance to grow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Comprehensive Recovery Case Management: Develop and manage tailored recovery plans for residents using the Recovery Star outcome measurement tool.
- Triage and Referrals: Provide support with triage, panel, and referral processes..
- Relationship Building: Foster strong partnerships with state-wide mental health and justice services.
- Risk Management: Perform risk assessments, manage risks, and follow up on incidents.
- Trauma-Informed Practices: Assess and develop trauma-informed services to enhance resident outcomes.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation and reporting.
- Group Facilitation: Lead therapeutic group sessions and activities.
- Individual Support: Provide one-on-one key worker support and maintain a caseload of residents.
- NDIS Coordination: Help residents navigate the NDIS and achieve comprehensive packages.
- De-escalation and Crisis Intervention: Implement and support effective behaviour management strategies and respond to behaviours that challenge
About Us
Richmond Wellbeing is a leading WA mental health organisation, providing inclusive, community-based residential and outreach services for adults and young people. We support people experiencing mental distress to develop the confidence and skills to live their lives, employing evidence-based practice to support recovery and wellbeing.
Our 2024-28 Strategic Plan, "Shaping the Future, Today," focuses on being a leader in transformative services, innovating to bridge gaps, influencing lasting system change, and creating a resilient future. We are committed to our core values: living and breathing recovery, being brave and exploring, putting people first, being passionate about inclusion and belonging, and listening deeply and learning.
Inclusion is at the heart of our DNA. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce, including people with lived experience of mental health recovery and disability, different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. We have Rainbow Tick accreditation and work with Elders to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and staff.
Why join us?
At Richmond Wellbeing, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and individuals are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Join us in our mission to shape the future of mental wellbeing services and support mental wellbeing and recovery through the expertise, courage, and compassion of our people.
Our exciting and rewarding careers offer:
- Excellent work-life balance in a supportive environment
- Salary packaging up to $18,640 which allows you to pay approved expenses form your salary before tax, you pay less tax, your take home pay increase
- Four weeks annual leave, with an opportunity to purchase additional leave, conditions apply
- Two additional leave days, Birthday and Wellbeing leave, per calendar year
- Long service leave benefits after 5 years’ service
- Opportunities for learning, development, and advancement
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
How to apply
If this is something that appeals to you, we would love to hear from you!
A cover letter is required for your application. Please include which role you are most interested in, in your cover letter.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Within your cover letter please address how your skills and experience meet the key attributes of the role and click the “Apply for this job” button.
The role will require the following qualifications:
- Current National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months)
- Current Driver’s License
- First Aid Certificate and CPR
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children’s Check
Have questions?
All inquiries for this position can be sent to our People & Capability team at recruitment@rw.org.au
Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmond Wellbeing requires a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.
Richmond Wellbeing reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date.
Please note: Applications are shortlisted as they are received, please apply as soon as possible to be considered.
Please note, we are out of office between Friday 20th December 2024 and Thursday 2nd January 2025.
