Headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to year olds, along with assistance in promoting young peoples' wellbeing.
This covers four core areas: mentalhealth, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services The Role headspace Port Augusta has an exciting role available delivering essential youth mental health services to its clients by road or flying with the RFDS service into remote Aboriginal communities.
This role conducts psychosocial assessments with the young person and their support networks, facilitates group activities, community engagement and educates young people in mental health literacy.
What's in it for you If you are someone who is looking for an opportunity to experience remote working in an outreach setting and engage with young people, then this role is for you.
This unique role offers exposure to a variety of cases offering a rich and fulfilling professional experience.
You will also benefit from supervision and numerous avenues for professional development.
About you Experience working with young people and their families or in groups.
Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and communication.
Able to work in a remote community setting and be sensitive to the needs of vulnerable groups.
Ability to travel and work remotely.
Suitable qualification to be eligible for AASW or AHPRA.
What's on offer 5 weeks annual leave (.5% loading) Cultural leave Wellness leave Access to full NFP salary packing benefits so you can reduce your taxable income and increase your take home pay A supportive working environment Application form and job description available HERE Employment with CObH is subject to a National Police Check (NPC), DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check.
All applicants must have current working rights in Australia and a valid driving licence.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's uniqueness.
We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities including Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander people, people with lived experience and people with disabilities.