Social Futures is a leading community service organisation and registered community housing provider with 50 years’ experience creating positive social change. We work with communities, organisations and government to build inclusive communities where everyone is valued and supported.
Our Care Connect program is an aftercare service, supporting people experiencing a suicidal crisis or who have attempted suicide. The service focuses on empowering people to connect with supports in their recovery.
Why join us?
- Meaningful work that makes a difference
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Competitive salary, salary packaging and wellness benefits
What you'll be doing
- Provide non-clinical, psychosocial support to people who have been discharged from hospital after a suicidal crisis or attempt
- Support participants to develop personal safety plans
- Support participants to explore their goals, and engage with other relevant clinical, community and local services
- Support participants with building a strong therapeutic alliance based on their identified needs
What we're looking for
- Diploma or Cert IV (minimum) qualification in Mental Health or Community Services
- At least 2 years’ experience in a suicide prevention /aftercare or mental health setting.
- Experience providing person-centred support, safety planning and case management with people experiencing suicide ideation
Social Futures is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. We actively encourage applications from key communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTIQSB+ people, and those with lived experience and expertise. We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage candidates to request reasonable adjustments if needed.
Please read about the role in the Position Description, click here (If you are viewing this advert on SEEK, the position description will be available for review after you click "Apply")
How to Apply:
Please upload an up-to-date resume with your working experience, along with a cover letter showcasing how you align with the role requirements, your mental health experience working with young people, Social Futures values and why the role is of interest to you.
For more information about Social Futures please visit our website https://socialfutures.org.au/work-with-us/
For further information about the role, or to request adjustments to the recruitment process please contact Melissa Wiseman on 0477 219 186
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