About the Role
Reporting to the Commonwealth Psychosocial Support (CPS) Team Leader, this role is responsible for providing psychosocial support and assisting clients in accessing the NDIS. This is a non-clinical community-based supports that aim to facilitate recovery in the community for people experiencing mental illness – through a range of services to help people manage daily activities, rebuild and maintain connections, build social skills and participate in education and employment.
Other responsibilities include:
- Developing individualised recovery plans that facilitate choice and control by the individual
- Linking clients to other services, supports and community networks as required
- Supporting clients in navigating the NDIS application process where appropriate
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This opportunity is 60 hours per fortnight, working across Monday to Friday.
Working hours are generally between 9 am to 5 pm.
Travel: You will be required to use your vehicle to travel to clients/participants & will be reimbursed kilometres between clients and travel between clients will usually be up to 30 minutes, with occasional exceptions.
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About You
To be considered for this role, you will possess;
- Qualification in Human Services (e.g. Mental Health, Community Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counselling)
- Knowledge of NDIS practices and application process
- Demonstrated experience in mental health work and a sound understanding of recovery within a human services context.
- Knowledge and understanding of the spectrum of challenges that people face in accessing and maintaining links to health services
- Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including clinical services
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. 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
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Driver’s licence
- A valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
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.
