About the role and where you will be working
Southern Cross Care (WA) Inc. operates and supports three Community Options houses in Western Australia. Community Options is a residential mental health programme facilitated in Mt Claremont that offers 24/7 care and support. This is a Night Shift position on a rotating roster. We support residents aged between 18 and 65 who require help following a long‐term stay in hospital due to mental illness.
Your responsibilities will include
Using the recovery approach, you'll work alongside residents as they re‐learn or gain new skills to live independently in the community. This is achieved by following:
* Working closely with relevant managers, external primary care & clinical staff.
* Assisting with domestic activities such as cleaning, cooking & shopping.
* Monitoring & supporting medication management.
* Supporting clients to achieve short‐term / long‐term recovery goals.
* Helping clients become active community members.
* Identifying opportunities for education, training & employment.
About you
You easily relate to and empathise with others and can comfortably support people with complex mental health conditions. It would be terrific if you have mental health qualifications, but we also welcome applications if you're currently undertaking studies in this field. If required, we'll provide you with medication competence training. As you gain experience, we will develop the capability to become an Approved Supervisor.
To be considered for this role you'll need
* Certificate III in Mental Health, or a higher qualification, or equivalent in experience will guide you success within this role.
* Experience working with people experiencing mental health conditions.
* Commitment to facilitating recovery with individualised support services.
* Initiative & comfortable working independently.
* An ability to plan & problem solve.
* Flexibility to work a rotating roster.
Working with us
At Southern Cross Care (WA), we are committed to being an employer of choice. As well as providing a positive and supportive environment, we also offer the following benefits:
* Not-for-profit salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.
* Corporate Health Insurance with HBF.
* Free employee assistance program.
* A diverse range of services which allows professional development and growth.
* Annual leave starting at 4 weeks.
* Carers/personal leave.
* Service Awards for long standing employees.
* Flexible working environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Southern Cross Care (WA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work.
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