Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity.
We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply.
Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways Rewarding opportunity to join the Mental Health and Wellbeing Local Let your organisational and multitasking skills shine!
Full time, ongoing opportunity to join a NFP Values based company About the opportunity The Mental Health and Wellbeing Local in Frankston is welcoming and inclusive support service for people aged 26 years and over who are experiencing mental health challenges, including people with co-occurring alcohol and drug addiction treatment and care needs.
This service is delivered in partnership between Wellways, Mentis Assist and Peninsula Health to provide innovative mental health and wellbeing supports to ensure everyone can access treatment and care closer to home.
As our new Service Support Officer, you will be the heart of our Mental Health and Wellbeing Local and will see you providing high quality support to ensure the smooth operation of the service including but not limited to supporting intake conversations, organising meetings, facilitate group sessions and other ad hoc tasks as required.
This is your opportunity to join a mental health service that places the community at its core and where every interaction is an opportunity to provide a benefit and positive outcome for your team and visitors alike to ensure everyone feels included and supported.
We are looking for a new team member that is positive, enthusiastic and is always willing to go the extra mile to support others.
If this sounds like you, then this is your chance to join a progressive team and help in shaping the future of mental health and wellbeing services across Victoria – we look forward to hearing from you!
Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.
You will need… Relevant qualifications or commensurate experience in an administration/data entry support role, ideally in a similar industry.
Experience in a consumer focused or customer facing role Ability to provide a warm, welcoming, and empathic experience for consumers Right to Work within Australia Satisfactory Police Records Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check NDIS Workers Orientation Module – 'Quality Safety and You' (free online course) What we will offer you… A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment Salary packaging up to $15,899?enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum Receive 17.5% leave loading?every time you take annual leave Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals are free, voluntary, and easy to access, with no referral required.
This service aims to make it easier for community members to access the support they need closer to home, loved ones, carers and support networks.
Most importantly, Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals are safe spaces for everyone.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Matt Taylor, Team Lead Building Community Capacity on 0466 421 278.
We encourage early applications as interviews will begin prior to advertising closing date.
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.
Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
Wellways strongly encourages all workers to be fully vaccinated including relevant boosters for COVID-19.
Job Description Summary Perfect role for someone who is always willing to go the extra mile and loves a high level of variety and autonomy in their job.
Culture We're passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding.
All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels.
We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.
How to Apply This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.
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Applications Close 05/12/2024