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Form of workTeamHEALTH’s Adult Supports aims to provide increased opportunities for recovery for people whose lives are severely affected by mental illness. The aim is to support recovery, reduce social isolation and provide practical supports to increase independence in the community. Using a strengths-based approach, and providing intensive one-to-one support, individuals are:
- provided access to appropriate support services at the right time;
- enabled to build upon personal capacity, confidence and self-reliance;
- supported in community participation, and;
- provided practical assistance to manage daily activities.
Reporting to the Team Leader, Rural and Remote, the Mental Health Recovery Worker provides outreach support to participants using the psychosocial rehabilitation framework, with a focus on supports that are person centred, recovery focused, strengths based, timely and culturally appropriate.
The Mental Health Recovery Worker will develop, in consultation with the participant and where appropriate, other key stakeholders, an Individual Recovery Plan (IRP) to assist in achieving personal goals and positive outcomes for Mental Health, physical health and wellbeing. Supports provided will assist participants to maintain and increase their independence and live valued lives within the community.
Although the Mental Health Recovery Worker provide services in the Katherine Region, they at times will be required to provide support or assistance to other TeamHEALTH Programs/Regions which may include early intervention support with children and families; coordination of supports for NDIS participants or provision of NDIS Supports. This may involve travel that entails overnight or weekly absences.
Key Selection Criteria
TeamHEALTH recognises the value of experience in all facets of life and work and encourages individuals with a lived experience of mental illness to apply.
All TeamHEALTH Staff
1. A National Police Certificate that was issued less than two years ago or proof of an application for a National Police Certificate.
2. A current Driver’s Licence.
3. NDIS worker screening clearance.
4. NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.
Essential for Position
5. Appropriate qualifications in a community services, Mental Health or related area.
6. Demonstrated understanding of the recovery model and psychosocial rehabilitation.
7. Demonstrated experience in the delivery of services to people with mental illness and psychiatric disability in a community setting.
8. Demonstrated ability to uphold the right of people with a mental illness and their carers.
9. Demonstrated ability to form partnership with all stakeholders including participants, carer, clinical services and other service providers.
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Demonstrated high level of communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to interact with a diverse range of people.
11. Demonstrated ethical work practices including an understanding of appropriate personal boundaries.
12. Action orientated, flexible and innovative approach.
13. Demonstrated computer literacy in a Microsoft Office environment.
Desirable for Position
14. Certificate IV in Mental Health or willingness to obtain.
TeamHEALTH recognises the value of experience in all facets of life and work and encourages individuals with a lived experience of mental illness to apply.
TeamHEALTH offers above award conditions including 5 weeks annual leave, salary packaging and a friendly and flexible work environment. An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Please note applications must include a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria including essential for the position. Applications not containing a Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.
For further information on this position and to apply visit our website – teamhealth.asn.au/careers
If you would like further information please contact Roelien van der Westhuizen - ***************@teamhealth.asn.au
