Support Worker - Eipsr

The Early Intervention Psychosocial Support Response (EIPSR) program is a joint partnership between Eastern Health and EACH providing both clinical and psychosocial supports to Mental Health Consumers incorporating a holistic strength-based approach enabling Consumers to identify their individual recovery needs.

• Full-time opportunity until June 2025
• Based in Boronia / Woiwurrung, Boon Wurrung & Bunurong Nations - Outreach position
• $43 - $47.33ph (depending on experience) + 11% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550

As a Support Worker, you will be managing a caseload of clients whom you will assist resolve and/or reduce barriers to stable self-care with low intensity community supports or access higher intensity/duration supports to achieve therapeutic outcomes.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Provide psychosocial support to clients (16-65 years) to achieve recovery goals.
• Empower clients to manage their mental health, make informed decisions, and build confidence.
• Enhance coping skills, reduce self-harm, and support daily living activities.
• Strengthen social skills and networks, including family and community connections.
• Support clients in accessing education, vocational training, and employment.
• Encourage a healthy lifestyle and reduce harmful behaviors.

Note: This role is not within the NDIS.

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here. Alternatively, for more information please contact Maryanne Barbara (Team Leader - EIPSR) at mbarbara@each.com.au

Who we are looking for
We are looking for a flexible thinker with not only extensive experience, but also demonstrated skills and knowledge in Mental Health and the Social Model of Health to join our multidisciplinary Mental Health team.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• You must have experience as a Case Worker in mental health.
• Understanding of mental services interventions for responding to clients with complexity of needs.
• Understanding of vulnerabilities which people with psychosocial disabilities experience.
• Ability to collaborate & work in partnership with Eastern Health Case Managers, Team Coordinator, your clients, carers, family and EACH peer workers to assess, design & review client recovery plans.
• Ability to develop & maintain effective relationships within the team & with external stakeholders.

• Bachelor qualification in Mental Health / Community Health or equivalent.
• You will also require a current Australian Drivers Licence in this role.

What we offer
EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Opportunities for growth: EACH operate well over 200 programs and services which offer a variety of opportunities for progression and development.
• Play a key role in providing essential services to the community.
• Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year + $2,650 additional tax-free money towards meals and entertainment.
• The opportunity to purchase additional leave.
• A supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• Domestic Violence & Community Service Leave.
• Options to purchase additional leave.
• Public Holiday Substitution policy.

Applications Close: Thursday 12th Dec 2024
** Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today! **

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Next Steps in the Hiring Process
Thank you for your interest in joining EACH! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

EACH Commitments

At EACH, we prioritize treating every individual with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, ability, or identity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with lived experiences.

EACH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment that values and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people(s), recognizing and respecting their unique culture and contribution to our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. For further information regarding our commitment please see our Reconciliation Action Plan.

As a child-safe organisation, EACH prioritizes child safety and well-being by creating a secure environment for children and implementing effective organisational structures, policies, and procedures