AddressLived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker)
Position No: 009246 Level/Salary: HSO Level G7 $112,269 - $119,290 p.a pro rata Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Unit/Directorate: Mental Health, Public Health & Dental Services - Mental Health Location: Wembley Closing Date: 2024-03-11 4:00 PM Attachments: - applicant information package - rams.pdf
- Lived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker) 009246 g7 nmamhs jdf august 2023.pdf
- wwc applicant advice.pdf
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.
This vacancy is for Permanent or Fixed Term Part-time appointments at 60.8 hours per fortnight (0.8FTE). Fixed Term appointments are offered with the possibility of extension(s) and / or permanency.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Darren Elliott on (08) 9380 7729 or email Darren.Elliott@health.wa.gov.au.
About this role
NMHS contains Western Australia's largest Mental Health Service caring for youths, adults and older adults. Services are delivered through inpatient units, community mental health clinics and day therapy and outreach programs to a catchment area of almost 1 million people. State-wide and Tertiary Mental Health Services include research, forensics, neurosciences, art therapy, eating disorders and other specialised services.
The Lived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker) works as part of the Mental Health Service management team to lead and manage the development, planning, integration and implementation of the Lived Experience (Peer) Mental Health workforces across the Mental Health Services. In this role, you will provide line management, supervision and support to Lived Experience (Peer) workforces. You will deliver training to the wider Mental Health Service team and role model recovery and the principles of Lived Experience (Peer) practices to those around you, including consumers and carers.
This position reports to the Director of Allied Health.
What we are looking for
We are encouraging applications from emerging leaders with Lived Experience of mental health issues with the ability to openly use learnt recovery strategies to enhance their lives and practice, and experience in the practice and development of Peer Support work to join our fantastic Mental Health Services management team. You will be a thoughtful and articulate individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships promote high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Generous salary packaging
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- A smoke free environment
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid study leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Continuous learning
- Professional and location-based allowances
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Darren Elliott, Direct of Allied Health, on (08) 9380 7729.
We think you'll like it here
Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.
Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should include:
- A resume that shows your qualifications and experience relevant to this role;
- A statement in no more than 2 pages addressing the Essential Selection Criteria as outlined in the attached JDF; and
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.
Eligibility: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent appointments in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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Position Title Lived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker) Agency North Metropolitan Health Service Salary HSO Level G7 $112,269 - $119,290 p.a pro rata Location Wembley Unit/Division Mental Health, Public Health & Dental Services - Mental Health Branch Mental Health - Lived Experience Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Position No. 009246 Closing Date 2024-03-11 4:00 PM
Position Title Lived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker) Branch Mental Health - Lived Experience Location Wembley Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Closing Date 2024-03-11 4:00 PM Salary HSO Level G7 $112,269 - $119,290 p.a pro rata Agency Department of Health
Company Information Description
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.
This vacancy is for Permanent or Fixed Term Part-time appointments at 60.8 hours per fortnight (0.8FTE). Fixed Term appointments are offered with the possibility of extension(s) and / or permanency.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Darren Elliott on (08) 9380 7729 or email Darren.Elliott@health.wa.gov.au.
About this role
NMHS contains Western Australia's largest Mental Health Service caring for youths, adults and older adults. Services are delivered through inpatient units, community mental health clinics and day therapy and outreach programs to a catchment area of almost 1 million people. State-wide and Tertiary Mental Health Services include research, forensics, neurosciences, art therapy, eating disorders and other specialised services.
The Lived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker) works as part of the Mental Health Service management team to lead and manage the development, planning, integration and implementation of the Lived Experience (Peer) Mental Health workforces across the Mental Health Services. In this role, you will provide line management, supervision and support to Lived Experience (Peer) workforces. You will deliver training to the wider Mental Health Service team and role model recovery and the principles of Lived Experience (Peer) practices to those around you, including consumers and carers.
This position reports to the Director of Allied Health.
What we are looking for
We are encouraging applications from emerging leaders with Lived Experience of mental health issues with the ability to openly use learnt recovery strategies to enhance their lives and practice, and experience in the practice and development of Peer Support work to join our fantastic Mental Health Services management team. You will be a thoughtful and articulate individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships promote high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Generous salary packaging
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- A smoke free environment
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid study leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Continuous learning
- Professional and location-based allowances
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Darren Elliott, Direct of Allied Health, on (08) 9380 7729.
We think you'll like it here
Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.
Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should include:
- A resume that shows your qualifications and experience relevant to this role;
- A statement in no more than 2 pages addressing the Essential Selection Criteria as outlined in the attached JDF; and
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.
Eligibility: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent appointments in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Attachments - applicant information package - rams.pdf
- Lived Experience Coordinator (Peer Support Worker) 009246 g7 nmamhs jdf august 2023.pdf
- wwc applicant advice.pdf
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