Mental Health Officer

Job Description:Permanent part time, 20h per week

Friendly & supportive team

Excellent benefits, including salary packaging

About the RoleThe Mental Health Officer provides assistance to the Acute Mental Health Inpatient Service Social Workers, by advocating for consumers and providing specific intervention and assessment in welfare services.Conduct a comprehensive assessment of needs to escort consumers to external appointments which may include; accommodation placements, Launch Housing, Centrelink and the State Trustees OfficeAssist with the collection of consumers personal belongings

Assist consumers to obtain material aid

Participate in the Inpatient Group program to promote principles of recovery, and ensure information of consumers rights and responsibilities are available

Classifications for this position will range from Mental Health Officer Level 1 SO11 - SO18 ($52,306 - $62,337 per annum pro rata)Your Contribution:Good communication skills both written and verbal

Demonstrated skills in engaging consumers with complex needs

Ability and commitment to work collaboratively with consumers, carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and external agencies

Knowledge of the Mental Health Act…

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