Mental Health Recovery Support Worker
Job No:
ODMH1207
Location:
Balgowlah
Join our Team as a Mental Health Recovery Support Worker on a permanent part-time basis (30.40 hours/fortnight) at Pioneer Clubhouse, Balgowlah!
About One Door
One Door Mental Health is a pioneering, purpose-driven service provider dedicated to supporting individuals living with mental illness, along with their families and carers. With over 30 years of experience, our innovative services and community-driven approach create a safe and supportive environment. Learn more about our values and mission here.
About the Program
Pioneer Clubhouse is a safe, supportive and respectful community for adults living with mental health challenges and is located on the Sydney Northern Beaches. Pioneer is a centre-based Clubhouse. At Clubhouse, staff and members operate as one team and collaborate in all planning and decision making processes. We work side-by-side as colleagues for tasks that include administration, running a commercial kitchen including meal preparation and maintaining the building surrounds. Members tend the vegetable garden, plan social activities and domestic tasks. Programs delivered by Clubhouse include employment and education, social events and a number of stimulating group activities that are designed to support recovery.
About the Role
As a Mental Health Recovery Support Worker you will assist members with mental health support needs on their journey of independence, purposeful coping, and self-management. This is attained through direct contact with members, as well as facilitating groups and supporting individuals to learn new skills. The Pioneer Clubhouse staff member will work collaboratively with individuals and team to help facilitate the best running of the clubhouse.
One Door Mental Health (ODMH) operates locally as self-organised teams – called Recovery 2gether teams. Team members are collectively responsible and accountable for:
• People we support (e.g. clients, consumers, family, and carers) and
• Team tasks.
As a team member, you will work collaboratively with other team members to facilitate the effective operation of the team.
Your Benefits
- Competitive Salary Packaging: Maximize your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,900.
- Fitness Passport: Take advantage of our discounted workplace health and fitness program, offering you and your family access to a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness centers at a fraction of the regular cost. For 50% less than a typical gym membership, enjoy unlimited visits and stay motivated to maintain your health and well-being.
- Transform Lives: Play a vital role in empowering individuals, helping them achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
- Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a role that offers you the flexibility to balance work with other commitments.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- A collaborative team player with a positive attitude
- Motivated, flexible, and committed to making a difference
- Respectful and trustworthy in all interactions.
Your skills and experience
For further details on the role and the skills and experience required, please view the Position Description here.
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Minimum of Certificate IV in a relevant discipline (e.g. mental health, peer work, disability) or equivalent experience
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An understanding of the recovery- based approach to assisting people with severe and persistent mental illness
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Knowledge of the NSW mental health system and local services
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Ability to adapt to ever changing situations and roles.
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Ability to communicate effectively interacting with stakeholders
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Demonstrated computer literacy to use Microsoft programs and the capability to learn other applications.
One Door Mental Health requires all staff to have a Police Check clearance, a current Working with Children's Check and NDIS Worker Screening clearance and appropriate COVID-19 Vaccination. One Door Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature aged applicants.
How to apply?
If you’re ready to join a values-driven organization and make a real difference, we want to hear from you! Submit your application below (scroll down) by 11:59 PM on Thursday, 18th July 2024. Applications will be assessed as they are received, so apply early!
If you’re ready to join a values-driven organization and make a real difference, we want to hear from you! Submit your application below (scroll down) by 11:59 PM on Thursday, 18th July 2024. Applications will be assessed as they are received, so apply early!
Any questions?
If you have any questions about the role or would like further information, please contact Pandora Markland (pandora.markland@onedoor.org.au) or Rex Norman (rex.norman@onedoor.org.au)
Don't miss this opportunity to join a recognised and respected organisation that is purpose and values driven!