For all people in Australia living with mental health and wellbeing challenges to live a life that is meaningful to them. Full-Time, Permanent PositionClassification: SCHADS Level 4 with a salary range of $85,205 - $91,686 per annum + SuperannuationSalary packaging arrangements providing tax benefits available for living and entertainment expenses increasing your take home income where part of your wage is paid tax free each pay, savings thousands in tax each yearLocation: Darwin, NTAbout Neami National We're Neami.
We're big believers in everyone having the opportunity to live a full life - and we give our all to support people to achieve wellbeing and mental health outcomes that matter to them.
For some people, this means having a stronger sense of self.
For others, it may mean nurturing relationships or building the confidence to tackle tomorrow.
Everyone has different life goals, and at Neami, we walk alongside people to help improve their quality of life on their terms.
We're proud to support 30,000+ people living with mental health challenges each year across Australia and offer services over 40 different Indigenous lands.
These services include mental health and wellbeing, housing and homelessness, and suicide prevention.
Values Together with our vision and purpose, our values define who we are and guide the way we operate.
They are fundamental to our identity, and we align all our actions with them.
ConnectingLearningBelongingAbout your new role The Vocational Specialist will deliver IPS employment supports to adults in partnership with a multidisciplinary team at a new Adult Mental Health Service in Darwin.
Neami National's IPS Employment program supports recovery through open employment.
With the support from the Employment Services Manager and the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) team, the Vocational Specialist will work in the context of the IPS model, supporting individuals working toward their individual employment goals.
The principles of IPS are competitive employment, integration into mental health team, individual preferences, zero exclusion, rapid job search, job development, benefits counselling, and time unlimited support.
What will Neami offer Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave, an Accrued Day Off each month, Gratis Leave and Wellness leaveProfessional development through regular practice development sessions and coaching with your supervisorOngoing extensive in-house Learning and Development programs to encourage learning and skill-buildingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS - providing holistic health and wellness supports and resources to Neami staff and their immediate familyFlexible work arrangements are available for maintaining your work-life balanceWhat you will bring to the role Experience working with people and building relationshipsExcellent communication skills, written, verbal and oralPrevious experience working in a mental health setting (desired)Previous experience in a related field of work (desired)Cert IV Mental Health or equivalent (desired)What the role requires National Criminal History Check (police check) - disclosable outcomes consideredCurrent Working with Children Check/Ochre - required before commencement of workCurrent Australian drivers licence and access to a carHow to apply The terms and conditions of the role are listed in the attached position description (please select paperclip icon).
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Click the 'Apply' button where you will need to create a username and passwordUpload your resume and cover letterWhen applying for this position, you are asked to tell us about your previous work experience, your suitability for this role and your answers to any target questions (where asked).
Please include in your application how you would prefer to be contacted (whether via email, text or phone call).
If you are excited about this role, but only meet some of the requirements, we encourage you to call or email us to talk about this opportunity.
We're passionate about creating opportunities and supporting professional development.
If your application is shortlisted:
We may invite you to have an informal phone conversation to discuss the role and get to know more about your experience and interest and answer your questionsWe may invite you to an interview (which may be in person or conducted online via Microsoft Teams) with up to three panel members from NeamiIf you have any further questions regarding this role which are not addressed in the job advertisement or position description, or if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us.
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Applications Close: 4th December 2024
Be Yourself - Neami values and celebrates diversity including multidisciplinary teams and the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community.
First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Our aim is to create a workforce that is accessible, inclusive and reflects the community in which we live.
Neami is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
We commit to providing accessible and safe physical and online environments for all children and young people.
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