Job Title:
Care Coordinator
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About the Role:
The purpose of this role is to contribute high-quality evidence-based clinical care as a member of the multidisciplinary team delivering care coordination services for children and youth, focusing on early intervention and support of young people up to the age of 25.
Key Responsibilities:
* Address service gaps for the 'missing middle' by enhancing accessibility and integrating primary mental health care, psychosocial support, and early intervention.
* Promote holistic wellbeing by considering broader determinants of health, fostering collaboration among providers, and ensuring a sustainable, adaptable service responsive to community needs.
Requirements:
* Must have one of the following: Full AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Nurse, General or Provisional AHPRA registration as a Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist, OR, AASW registration/eligibility as a Social Worker, OR, Level 2 ACA registration/eligibility.
* Knowledge and understanding of the theory underpinning evidence-based interventions and clinical practice as well as demonstrated excellence in the practical application of such, in the areas of mental health and alcohol and drug use.
* Highly developed communication (including written) and interpersonal skills.
* The ability to engage with people, advocate on their behalf and establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, clients, families & friends and stakeholders.
* Experience in the use of electronic client/customer management systems, ability to use a desktop computer, and experience with Microsoft Office applications.
* Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a Blue Card for paid employment.
* Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance for paid employment.
Benefits:
* Paying HPSS Level 3 plus Super
* Salary Packaging options to significantly boost your income (up to $15,899 tax free)
* Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650
* Leave loading at 17.5%
* One paid wellbeing leave day per year
* Purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12 month period (pro rata entitlement for part-time)
* Paid parental leave support
* Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness)
* Supportive, collaborative environment with access to a team of multi-disciplinary experts
* Excellent training and career development
* Access to a pool vehicle
Work Arrangements:
This is a part-time opportunity that has the flexibility to work 4 days per week, or a 9 day fortnight. While the role is primarily based at the hub in Gympie, there is also the flexibility to work from home one day per week.