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Perth, Western Australia Richmind WA Full time

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Description: About the Position

Are you passionate about mental health, creative expression, and peer support? Join us as a Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Volunteer and help facilitate group activities, including art therapy, mindfulness, and Hearing Voices Network (HVN) peer support groups.

As a volunteer, you'll support individuals in their recovery journey through creative and social activities. Your contributions may include:

  • Assisting with art therapy and creative workshops
  • Facilitating mindfulness, social, and wellbeing groups
  • Supporting Hearing Voices Network (HVN) peer groups to create a safe space for people to share their experiences
  • Providing companionship and emotional support
  • Encouraging participation and connection in a safe space
  • Marketing and Events
  • Bouncing Back (Men's Mental Health Program)

Why Volunteer with Us?
  • Make an Impact - Help individuals express themselves and build confidence
  • Gain Valuable Experience - Learn about mental health and group facilitation
  • Supportive Team - Work alongside experienced professionals
  • Flexible Schedule - Volunteer at times that suit you

About You

To be considered for a volunteer role, you will need to have;

Qualifications And Certificate
  • Current National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than six months)
  • A valid First Aid and CPR Certificate (HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid, HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
  • A current working with Children Check
  • A current NDIS Worker Screening Check

Skills And Experience
  • A passion for mental health, creativity, and group facilitation
  • Strong communication and empathy skills
  • Reliability and teamwork

Desirable
  • Lived experience of mental health recovery or as family members of people with a lived experience of recovery is desirable

Attitude
  • Positive attitude towards people experiencing mental distress.
  • The ability to live RW values in all workplace tasks and interactions.
  • Pro-active individual who is enthusiastic and committed to upholding RW values and principles

Volunteers' positions are between Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm.

Skills and Experiences: About Us

Richmind WA is a leading West Australian mental health organisation, providing inclusive, community-based residential and outreach services for adults and young people. We support people experiencing mental distress to develop the confidence and skills to live their lives, employing evidence-based practice to support recovery and wellbeing.

Our 2024-28 Strategic Plan, "Shaping the Future, Today," focuses on being a leader in transformative services, innovating to bridge gaps, influencing lasting system change, and creating a resilient future. We are committed to our core values: living and breathing recovery, being brave and exploring, putting people first, being passionate about inclusion and belonging, and listening deeply and learning.

Inclusion is at the heart of our DNA. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce, including people with lived experience of mental health recovery and disability, different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations.

We have Rainbow Tick accreditation and work with Elders to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and staff.

Why Join Us?

At Richmind WA, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, and individuals are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Join us in our mission to shape the future of mental wellbeing services and support mental wellbeing and recovery through the expertise, courage, and compassion of our people.

Our offer:
  • Opportunities for learning, development, and advancement
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Core Training is provided to all employees, staff and volunteers.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Send in your cover letter and resume—tell us why you're the perfect fit for the role Be sure to address how your skills match the key responsibilities, and don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.

The role will require the following certificates and licenses:
  • Current National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than six months)
  • A valid First Aid and CPR Certificate (HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid, HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
  • A current working with Children Check
  • A current NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • A valid Driver's licence
  • List any other requirements.

Have Questions?

All inquiries for this position can be sent to our People & Capability team atrecruitment@rw.org.au.

Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmind WA requires a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.

Richmind WA reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date.

Please note: Applications are shortlisted as they are received, please apply as soon as possible to be considered.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelInternship
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  • IndustriesMental Health Care

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