Transition Recovery Specialist

Job details
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Job type

Part-time

Permanent

Full-time
 
Location
Cheltenham VIC 3192
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Childcare assistance
Annual leave
Salary packaging
Transportation links
 
Full job description
2 x position available - Ongoing full time and Max term part time role
Great location at Cheltenham
Competitive salary + salary packaging + Superannuation
Your new role
We’re looking for a compassionate Psychosocial Support Worker to join our Early Intervention Psychosocial Support Response (EIPSR) Program, supporting people with severe mental illness to build independence and wellbeing through early intervention.

Key responsibilities:

Support clients to manage their mental health and daily living
Promote healthy lifestyles and reduce harmful behaviours
Strengthen social, family, and community connections
Assist with access to education, employment, and support services
Make a real difference by helping clients work toward recovery and reduce their need for acute mental health services.

Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to a salary equivalent to SCHADS Level 4 + super, you can access the following.

An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more
10% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre
A great location in Cheltenham, close to public transport
Access training and development opportunities to help you grow
Your skills and experience
You will hold a tertiary qualification in a health or welfare related discipline. You will also bring with you:

Mental Health and/or Welfare qualification (desirable)
Experience in community-based mental health support
Knowledge of dual diagnosis, dual disability, and complex client needs
Understanding of Recovery Frameworks and the Social Model of Health
Familiarity with mental health legislation, policy, and service systems
Competence in risk assessment, safety procedures, and clinical documentation
Strong awareness of client vulnerabilities and safety for clients, families, and staff
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How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, please reach out to Toni Smith, Team Leader on 0498 550 611 or Toni.Smith@vt.uniting.org for a chat.

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.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBT+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.