Mental Health Support Professional

3 weeks ago


Penrith Municipality, Australia flourish Australia Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Support Professional to join our team in Penrith.

The position is available on an ongoing full-time basis, working Monday to Friday. The salary is Level 3 on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018), equivalent to $37.35-$40.05 per hour, plus super and tax-free salary packaging.

Job Description

This role will provide support to individuals accessing our services who have a lived experience of mental health issues. You will work closely with people to achieve their hopes and dreams, assist them in maintaining wellness, and help them realise their goals.

  • You will listen to and create opportunities that meet the interests and goals of individuals.
  • You will encourage shared learning experiences and support skill development through self-directed learning, information, and education.
  • You will ensure that individual support is provided to meet recovery journey goals, based on strengths and led by the person wherever possible.
  • You will be 'hands on' and involved in direct service delivery.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must possess:

  • A Certificate IV or above in a relevant field OR a minimum of 2-years full-time experience working in the human services field.
  • A strong commitment to recovery-based practice in the workplace.
  • Understanding of the challenges faced by people with a lived experience of a mental health issue.
  • Demonstrated alignment to Flourish Australia's values.
  • Understanding of, and ability to effectively use, Microsoft Office and knowledge of data information management systems.
  • A current Australian Driver's Licence.
Benefits

Flourish Australia recognises and values its people as demonstrated by:

  • Level 3 (SCHCADS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018).
  • Tax-free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900.
  • Vehicle Mileage Allowance.
  • Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading + 2 additional days of personal leave + extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + paid parental leave.
  • Family-friendly and flexible working conditions.
  • Opportunities for career progression, professional development, and training such as Mental Health First Aid and ASIST.
  • Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support.
  • Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  • Exclusive personal Fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier.
  • Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers.

All appointments are subject to an NDIS Worker Screening clearance, a National Criminal History Check, a WWCC, previous employment reference checks, satisfactory Australian residency status, and other background checks.



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