About the Role
Flourish Australia is seeking a skilled and compassionate individual to support people with lived experience of mental health issues in achieving their goals and aspirations. As a Mental Health Worker or Peer Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting individuals to maintain wellness and realise their hopes and dreams.
Daily Responsibilities
* You will listen to and create opportunities that meet the interests and goals of individuals accessing our services.
* You will encourage shared learning experiences and support skill development through self-directed learning, information, and education.
* You will ensure that individual support is provided to meet recovery journey goals and is strengths-based and led by the person wherever possible.
* You will be involved in direct service delivery and provide hands-on support to individuals.
Requirements
* A Certificate IV or above in a relevant field, or a minimum of 2 years' full-time experience working in the human services field.
* A strong commitment to recovery-based practice in the workplace.
* Understanding of the challenges faced by people with a lived experience of a mental health issue.
* Demonstrated alignment to Flourish Australia's values.
* Understanding of, and ability to effectively use, Microsoft Office and knowledge of data information management systems.
* Maintain a current Australian Driver's Licence.
Benefits
* Level 3 (SCHCADS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018).
* Tax-free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900.
* Vehicle Mileage Allowance.
* Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading + 2 additional days of personal leave + extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + paid parental leave.
* Family-friendly and flexible working conditions.
* Opportunities for career progression, professional development, and training such as Mental Health First Aid and ASIST.
* Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support.
* Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staff.
* Exclusive personal Fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier.
* Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers.