Full citizenship for all people living with a mental illness in Australian society
About the Role
- Full Time (0.8 or 0.9 FTE Part Time will be considered) - Maximum Term Contract Until 30 June 2023
- Classification: Consumer Service Delivery Level 3 with a salary range of $77,656 - $83,565 per annum + Superannuation
- Location: Boronia, Thomastown, Glen Waverley
Overview of the position
The Psychosocial Intake Assessment Worker will form part of the Psychosocial Support Service, working across the Eastern team. Psychosocial support services provide a range of rehabilitative supports to consumers, tailored to meet their individual needs. Neami National’s work with consumers occurs within their own community of friends, family and neighbourhood.
What will you bring to the role?
- Accredited registration with a professional governing body such as AHRPA, AASW (desirable)
- Ability to assess eligibility, urgency and case prioritisation for consumer psychosocial support referrals
- Experience/qualifications in mental health desirable
- Proven ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
- Ability to adapt communication style to meet the needs of a diverse range of people
About Neami National
Neami National is a community mental health service supporting people living with mental illness to improve their health, live independently and pursue a life based on their own strengths, values and goals.
Mandatory role requirements:
- Neami National will require, as part of our condition of employment, that all candidates applying for any position must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (have received three doses), (or have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine and have a scheduled appointment to receive their third dose.)
- Candidates will be required to provide appropriate evidence of COVID-19 vaccination to Neami National.
- National Criminal History Check (Police check) disclosable outcomes considered
- Current Working with Children check prior to commencement
- Current Drivers licence
- Australian Working Rights
Incentives include:
- Diverse and inclusive organisation
- Induction and extensive Learning and Development Program
- Regular Practice Development sessions and coaching with your supervisor
- Salary Packaging program providing tax benefits available for living and entertainment expenses
- Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave, an Accrued Day off each month (For Full Time Only), Gratis Leave and Wellness Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Benestar
How to apply:
The terms and conditions of the role are listed in the position description. If you have any further questions not addressed in the advertising words or position description, please contact:
Scott Nelson, Senior Practice Leader Eastern Melbourne PSS amp; PHI 0402 807 692,
Katya Hamiwka, Lived Experience Senior Practice Leader 0437 024 027,
Applications Close: Tuesday 31 Janaury 2023
Be Yourself - Neami values and celebrates diversity including multidisciplinary teams and the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that is accessible, inclusive and reflects the community in which we live.