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The Pilbara Wellbeing Program provides an holistic, early intervention emotional wellbeing service for children and young people aged 8 – 13 years-old. The program delivers low intensity clinical interventions, practical supports and community engagement opportunities to increase the resilience, mental health literacy and wellbeing of children, young people and families through an individual, community and family system-based approach. The program offers holistic, flexible wrap-around support from the first point of contact, including family and caregiver support.
The Wellbeing Worker contributes to developing and providing an early intervention, community-focused response to children and young people, their families and community through a multi-modal approach underpinned by best practice principles. This role supports early access through the provision of intake, assessment and a range of interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues, as well as providing support for family systems. This role also participates in health promotion and community engagement activities.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new, innovative service in the Pilbara. We are seeking 3 people to join our team, each working full time (37.5 hours per week).
What you will bring
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience engaging and working therapeutically with children, young people and their families in mental health settings.
- Intervention skills and experience in mental health service settings, including skills in a family systems approach.
- Experience in the coordinating and facilitating youth programs, or activities within a community setting.
- Advanced skills in supporting children and young people at risk, including suicide and family domestic violence.
- Experience in intake and assessments as well as documentation skills
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and strategic directions of mental health services for children and young people experiencing or at risk of mental ill-health.
- Demonstrated experience and capacity to engage meaningfully with Aboriginal people, including a strong understanding of culturally safe and appropriate practice.
The successful candidate must possess a current National Police Clearance valid within 6 months, a WA Working with Children Check, and current WA Drivers Licence.
Impact and benefits
Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of families and communities across the Pilbara.
In return for your drive and commitment, we provide the support of an inclusive and welcoming community which places people at the heart of all the work we do and encourages broad thinking, curiosity, creativity and best practice.
Also:-
- From $105,696 full time base salary (includes 10% remote allowance) + 11.5% superannuation.
- Generous weekly rent subsidy of up to $300/week (T & C’s apply)
- Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 annually
- Additional 1 weeks leave after 12 months service
- 3 days additional leave between Christmas and New Year
Why join us?
At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities. We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better. We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it’s hard.
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Apply Now!
To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts, attaching a detailed current resume. We are seeking to appoint someone to this role as soon as possible and will close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been identified. Please apply without delay!
For further information please contact Charlene Senior, Service Manager Pilbara, at charlene.senior@anglicarewa.org.au
Child Safe: Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.
Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Uluru Statement from the Heart: Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.
Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
