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.
We are seeking a part time Program Worker, Youth Access to join our team across both Lismore and Ballina to help make a positive social change, together.
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
- Work collaboratively with Young People and their Families to support their mental health and wellbeing
- Provide intake, assessment and brief intervention supports to Young People as they access the headspace service
- Be part of a multidisciplinary team providing holistic support to Young People
- Develop your skills and knowledge in undertaking assessments and implementing brief evidence-based interventions
What we're looking for
- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in health, psychology, social work, or a related discipline that provides a sound understanding and knowledge of assessing and working with young people experiencing mental health concerns.
- Engage and communicate effectively with young people, and to undertake intake and screening activities to determine young people’s needs.
- The ability and experience to conduct risk assessments, including suicide, self-harm and violence risks, and to develop safety and wellbeing plans to mitigate these risks.
- Experience in delivering brief therapeutic interventions, psychoeducation, treatment planning and assist young people to access appropriate services.
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 Vanessa Rendalls on 0427 464 373
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