Aps6 Intake Allocator

**Job description**:
Our Federal Government client, is dedicated to providing vital mental health and wellbeing services to their clients. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join the team as an Intake Allocator. As an Intake Allocator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our clients receive timely access to the support they need.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Collaboratively manage the regional allocation queue by maintaining daily oversight, reviewing intake assessments, and liaising with clients, clinicians, and administrative staff.
- Conduct intake assessments, including Family and Domestic Violence screening, to determine suitability for couples and family counselling.
- Conduct counselling intake assessments for internal referrals.
- Maintain a small clinical workload of clients as agreed upon with the Assistant Director.
- Participate in community development and service promotion activities as required.
- Contribute to program evaluation and research activities, including project management aligned with strategic directions and quality improvement recommendations.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Qualifications as an AHPRA registered Psychologist or Psychologist with Provisional Registration / Mental Health Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Registered Nurse or
- Qualification as a Social Worker eligible for Mental Health accreditation with AASW or
- Qualification as a Counsellor with a minimum Level 4 Australian Counselling Association registration
- Knowledge of mental health assessment and support procedures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Commitment to upholding APS Values and the Department's mission.

**Benefits**:

- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Potential for non ongoing opportunities directly with the Department

Note: You may be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status.