McArthur are currently seeking applications for the position of APS6 Outreach Program Coordinator to work with our government client.
This role is for months initially with potential for extension.
As part of this role, your duties and responsibilities will include the following:
Collaboratively manage and coordinate the regions Outreach Program through liaison and negotiation with Open Arms management and staff through;
Contribution to the continuous quality improvement of the Open Arms Outreach Program at both region and national levels
Coordination and participation in the selection, orientation and resourcing of suitably qualified and experienced outreach counsellors in line with Open Arms policy
Facilitation of the delivery of high quality clinical outreach services for eligible Open Arms clients in rural and outer metropolitan areas in conjunction with other Open Arms staff by;
ensuring referrals are appropriate, timely, and accompanied by relevant written client and administrative documentation
applying quality assurance procedures to ensure all aspects of outreach counsellors' clinical practice, reporting and invoicing meet contractual requirements
providing information, debriefing and support, but not clinical supervision, to contracted service providers as appropriate
ensuring Open Arms staff with outreach area coordination and/or administrative responsibilities are informed of national and region policy and procedure updates
further development, maintenance and management of a database of Open Arms contracted counsellors
Direct provision of high quality clinical services including initial intake, assessment and referral, evidence based counselling, case management and case coordination as required.
Liaising and forming partnerships with DVA, the ADF and other government departments, ex-service organisations, community health and welfare agencies, and all other organisations involved in meeting the identified needs of veteran and defence force communities and families.
To be successful in this role, you must meet the following criteria:
Qualifications as a registered Psychologist / Mental Health Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration, OR
Qualification as a Social Worker eligible for membership of the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) and be eligible to apply for Mental Health accreditation.
AND
Working with Children (WWC) and/or Vulnerable People Checks/Clearance.
If you feel that you meet the criteria above, please apply using the link provided.
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