About the role The Early Intervention Psychological Support Response Service (EIPSRS) provides a person-centered approach to recovery which is tailored to meet the needs of people living with mental ill health in the community. EIPSRS provides an individualised, tiered program of recovery support of up to 12 months delivered to clients with the level of engagement determined by their needs. Services include individual support, one-on-one outreach services, and group work. The services are designed to enhance recovery, achieve wellbeing goals, build capacity and life skills, maintain sustainable housing, improve relationships with families and carers, develop social and community connections, and live safely and independently in the community.
We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Lead Practitioner. Working from home, you will provide practice leadership and coach a team to deliver assertive, person-centered outreach services to clients to achieve recovery goals, build capacity and living skills, strengthen social and community connections, maintain housing, and live independently. As this position requires travel across the regional area, a fully maintained company car is provided.
Key responsibilities Coach and mentor a team to deliver high-quality outreach services and facilitate positive educational and social experiences. Support clients to remain in their community, establish relationships with families and carers, build capacity and life skills, and enjoy a positive future through a staged approach to recovery. Provide resources and information, offer meaningful referrals, create service provider networks, and develop pathways to relevant services. Provide practice leadership and work as part of a multidisciplinary team offering specialised psychosocial support. Collaborate with a range of services and the community to ensure a coordinated, integrated response to clients' recovery goals. What you'll bring Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or other health-related fields. Expertise in working with people with mental health issues, complex needs, and interacting with families and carers. Proven capability to implement therapeutic, recovery-oriented frameworks and practices including risk mitigation, trauma-informed care, and family-inclusive practice. Ability to develop practice, coach a team to achieve quality service outcomes, and provide supervision. Demonstrated understanding of the Community Services sector and ability to build strong relationships with service providers, clinical teams, and key stakeholders. Interested? To obtain a position description and apply online visit Mind Careers - reference number 496793. Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Monday 16 December 2024. Please contact the person below for more information.
Glenn Chamberlain, Team Leader
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