Careers and Current Job VacanciesCommunity Mental Health Practitioner (Maternity Backfill Position)Location: Mildura
Tenure: Full Time or Part Time Fixed Term Contract
Salary: $71,525 - $89,600 (pro rata for part time)
Applications Close: This position will remain open until filled
Position Description: Community Mental Health Practitioner (Maternity Backfill Position)
This is a 12-month Fixed Term Maternity Backfill position.
The Early Intervention Psychosocial Support Response (EIPSR) is a State Government funded support program, administered through Mildura Base Public Hospital.
The EIPSR is a psychosocial support model targeted at adult clients of the clinical mental health service system living with a severe mental illness and associated psychiatric disability who are:
Not eligible for the NDIS because they do not have a significant, permanent functional impairment(s) associated with their mental health condition; orAre eligible for the NDIS and are waiting for an access decision and their NDIS plan to begin.The service model provides short to medium-term, specialist psychosocial support to help eligible clients to:
Build their capacity to better manage their mental illness;Develop practical life skills for independent living and social connectedness;Achieve health, functional lives; andTransition to the NDIS if eligible.The Community Mental Health Practitioner (CMHP), in line with recovery-oriented practice, supports clients with their mental health care and:
Recognizes and embraces the possibilities for recovery and wellbeing created by the inherent strength and capacity of all people experiencing mental health issues.Maximizes capacity, capability, self-determination, and self-management of mental health and wellbeing.Assists families, carers, and significant others to understand the challenges and opportunities arising from their family member's experiences.Contributes to minimizing the risk of clinical admission or re-admission.Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have previous relevant experience and hold an accredited tertiary qualification at Degree level or above in Mental Health, Psychology, or Social Work.
Diploma level qualifications will be considered.People with lived or living experience (as a carer or consumer) of public mental health services are encouraged to apply.A current driver's license and willingness to travel and stay overnight when required are essential.All applications must include a Cover Letter, Resume, and Key Selection Criteria addressed, as detailed in the position description.
For more information, contact Maree Fullgrabe – Human Resources Manager at 5023 5966.
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