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SalaryAbout the opportunity
Voices Vic is a state-wide award winning and research supported specialist program led by peers with lived experience, improving the wellbeing and recovery of people with mental health challenges.
Working in a casual capacity, the Peer Support Facilitator will be responsible for:
- Establishing, setting up, facilitating and evaluating Hearing Voices Recovery Groups
- Co-facilitation of the Voices Vic training programs & information sessions
- Providing one-on-one support to participants in the Voices Vic program
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What’s on offer
An opportunity to be involved in other programs across the broader AOD, Mental Health & Carer Services division.
Autonomy and ownership of the role to really make a mark. Supported by situational leadership that adapts to meet your needs and guide you where necessary.
In addition to receiving an hourly rate of $41 - $44 per hour +super, you will be able to access to the full $15,900 salary packaging benefits.
About you
To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will have:
- Certificate IV in Mental Health, Peer Work, Training and Assessment and/or Formal Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing, Youth Work, or other Allied Health Disciplines
- Qualifications or training in facilitation (desirable)
- Relevant experience working with voice hearers.
- Strong understanding and experience with facilitation of workshops, trainings and group facilitation.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the Mental Health system, public and/or private.
- Skills in engagement, collaboration and networking with other health services (desired).
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone.
If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact Tali Brash, Program Lead via email – **********@vt.uniting.org
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
