Deadline: 31 Jan 2025, 12:17 pm
Expression of Interest - headspace Port Macquarie Consortium Chairperson – volunteer role
Company Description
Join our dedicated team as a volunteer at headspace Port Macquarie, a youth-friendly mental health service committed to enhancing the emotional and social wellbeing of young people aged 12-25.
We offer accessible and responsive services across four core areas: mental health, general health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drugs (AOD), and social/vocational programs.
Our focus is on providing comprehensive psychosocial assessments, evidence-based interventions, and a positive help-seeking experience, ensuring that young people are connected with the services that best meet their needs and support their personal development.
Be part of a mission that makes a difference in the lives of young people in our community.
Job Description
At headspace, we value and are inspired by the potential of youth.
We collaborate to provide authentic, progressive, and inclusive services to help create a better future for young people.
Our direction is guided by our values, and we are dedicated to achieving our goals together.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Chairperson to lead the Consortium Committee effectively in its strategic, monitoring and stakeholder engagement activities to support the core strategic objectives of the headspace model, provide local context and support the lead agency.
The Chair position is reviewed every 12 months, and out of pocket expenses are reimbursed.
Key responsibilities include:
Identify and build strong partnerships between the service and local agencies, growing these relationships to improve local services.
Advise and support the Centre Manager.
Mentor a Youth Co-Chair if there is one in place.
Support members of the Consortium to understand and carry out their roles, responsibilities and accountabilities; to build skills and capacities necessary for the Consortium Advisory Committee and to fulfil its obligations.
Collaboratively (with the Centre Manager) set the agenda for and chair meetings ensuring business is conducted efficiently.
Ensure focus on agreed strategic direction.
Essential:
Independence from the lead agency.
An interest in and commitment to the health and wellbeing of young people.
A high standing among stakeholder networks.
The skills necessary to effectively lead the consortium advisory committee in its strategic, monitoring and stakeholder engagement activities.
An understanding of the principles of governance and meeting procedure.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a broad range of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
A willingness and ability to mentor and support the youth representative from the reference group as a co-chair.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a productive team member.
Desirable:
A broad understanding of the mental health service system in Australia.
To view the Position Description click here.
Additional information
If you are interested in this opportunity, apply online here or attach a copy of your resume and cover letter upon application and be available for an interview if successfully shortlisted.
For further information please contact headspace Services Manager- David Rogers at ****** or phone 0421 388 166 or 02 6588 7300.
Expressions of interest close end of January 2025.
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