AddressIf you are seeking a rewarding role to holistically support individuals in their recovery journey, this role may be for you. The ability to work autonomously, be reliable and have excellent communication skills are essential.
The Role
The Mental Health Worker is responsible for providing high quality recovery-oriented services through recovery journey planning and can work in collaboration with other services, as necessary.
Centacare Eating Disorder Support Servies (EDSS) provides non-clinical recovery-oriented services for people experiencing Eating Disorders or disordered eating, and/or body image concerns/disturbances.
Individuals, youth, families, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are supported in the community through telephone and face to face support, self-help and sworkshops, information, education, advocacy, and health promotion.
A key component of this role is to provide outreach services to support client's needs, reducing barriers and increasing their capacity for recovery.
This position is funded on a fixed-term contract until 30 June 2025.
See attached position description for full details.
What you need to bring
- Minimum qualification Certificate IV in Mental Health or equivalent
- Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check
- Proven experience working with or understanding of the complex needs of people living with an Eating Disorder
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Ability to do some work outside of standard hours when required
- Experience using Penelope electronic client management system
What's in it for you
- SCHCADS Award 2010 Level 4 $41.52 per hour + super
- Generous Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Join an experienced, well-qualified and professional team
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 6 weeks' parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' for secondary carers
- Health insurance discounts with Bupa
Who we are
Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.
To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Family Services - Our Story
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter (as one document) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role as outlined in the position description. To access the position description or submit your application click on the Apply button.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Jessica Hickey on 08 8215 6***.
Applications close 5pm on Monday, 27 May 2024.
Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
With respect, no agencies please.
