Job Title: Mental Health Specialist
Working within the Suicide Prevention Team, this role involves delivering support to individuals in a warm and welcoming environment. Collaborating with a small team of peer workers and clinicians, we aim for a 'no wrong door' approach to ensure people have access to the support they need.
The position requires working within a predominantly clinical setting, involving the Suicide Prevention Service. Clinicians will deliver support that aligns with the principles of step up/step down care, including referrals to community-based services for ongoing support or escalating concerns over consumer wellbeing to relevant clinical services for follow up. This will also involve health promotion activities.
Team members will be rostered to both SPOT or Safe Haven services dependent on availability and service need. The service operates 5 days a week from Thursday to Monday from 1:30PM-10:00PM with the potential of moving to a 7 day service. After hours, evenings and weekend work will be a requirement of the role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver support to individuals experiencing or recovering from suicidal distress
- Work collaboratively with a small team of peer workers and clinicians
- Provide referrals to community-based services for ongoing support
- Escalate concerns over consumer wellbeing to relevant clinical services as needed
- Participate in health promotion activities
Requirements:
- Experience working within a clinical setting
- Ability to work collaboratively with a small team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide support and referrals as needed
Benefits:
- Salary packaging up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses
- Relocation assistance and accommodation support considerations
- Flexible working arrangements, choose your own hours
Work Environment:
This role is site negotiable, with the option of working in Wagga Wagga or Griffith. The workplace is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.