Job Title:
Work and Study Specialist
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About Us: headspace provides support to young people aged 12-25 experiencing mild to moderate or emerging mental health issues. The multidisciplinary team at our service work to improve health, social, vocational and educational outcomes for young people.
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Grand Pacific Health is a not-for-profit primary health care organisation providing locally-tailored, high quality physical and mental health services across NSW and the ACT.
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About The Position:
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The role of this specialist is to implement the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Work and Study model. They will work with young people who experience barriers to employment and/or education to support them to achieve their vocational and/or education goals.
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This will involve assertive outreach work combined with excellent youth engagement skills to ensure young people are well supported and are linked to suitable employment opportunities.
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The specialist will have extensive contact with employers, training providers, educational institutions, community service organisations and other health professionals.
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This Opportunity:
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This is a full-time opportunity until further notice with the possibility for extension. Full-time positions have the opportunity to enjoy a Rostered Day Off each month.
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We Are Looking For Someone With:
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* Qualifications (minimum Cert IV) and/or experience in employment services, vocational rehabilitation, youth work, career development or a related field.
* Passion and experience working closely with young people and an understanding of factors affecting young people when accessing employment.
* Practical knowledge and understanding of issues experienced by people with mental ill health.
* Knowledge of the employment services sector and other initiatives that impact young people.
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Why Join Us?
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* Flexible work arrangements to find your best work life balance
* Continuous learning and development opportunities
* Increase your take home pay with salary packaging of up to $15,900 in living expenses and an additional benefit of up to $2,650 in meals and entertainment
* Make a positive difference to the lives of those we support
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Interested?
Visit our website to download the position description and click the 'apply' button to submit your application.
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Please ensure that your application addresses the selection criteria detailed in the position description and includes this in your application.
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