Practitioner - Health & Wellbeing (Mental Health)

Job Description

Community Services | Hobart Metropolitan Permanent, full-time position based in Hobart CBD At Anglicare Tasmania, we care about supporting the Tasmanian community through advocating for social justice and providing programs to support community aged care, housing, families, drug and alcohol addiction, acquired injuries, and more. Our workplace culture embraces diversity and inclusion, upholding our values of hope, compassion, justice, and respect. We work with purpose to make a difference in the lives of people in need, supporting a brighter future for our Tasmanian Community. This position is in our Mental Health Recovery Program, which is a one-to-one support service for people diagnosed with a mental health condition who live in independent accommodation. The program assists people in overcoming barriers that get in the way of their efforts to obtain a desired life. The successful applicant will possess demonstrable competency, knowledge, understanding, and/or skills in the following areas: An understanding of the processes people utilize to overcome adversity/distress arising from life challenges. An ability to recognize and understand people’s intrinsic resourcefulness. Provide support in a manner consistent with Anglicare’s values and practice principles. Demonstrate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills with people who access our services, family/carers, colleagues, other service providers, and stakeholders. Ability to accurately document and maintain records. Demonstrated experience with relevant information and communication technologies. Ability to work autonomously within organizational policy and procedure. A high level of professionalism and a willingness to develop and reflect on professional practice. Ability to work in alignment with Anglicare’s workplace principles. Relevant tertiary qualifications (Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, and Allied Health) or extensive experience and qualifications (Diploma of Community Services) deemed equivalent and/or clearly demonstrated experience in Community Services. What we offer you: $88,465 to $92,713 plus super + salary sacrifice; Not-for-profit salary packaging available that can increase your take-home pay; A 7% Graduate Loading payable where you hold a degree in a relevant discipline; A friendly and supportive work environment; The Position Description can be found below. For further information about this position, please contact Brad Smith, Senior Team Leader – The Way Back Support Service on 0437 976 647 or during business hours. The successful applicant will be required to: Provide a current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration (employment/volunteer category) including NDIS Worker Screening Check if you are applying for the first time or have renewed your registration since 1st February 2021; Present an unsupervised contact with children or vulnerable people/probity type National Police Check (no older than 12 months); Provide an International Police Check if you have resided for 12 months or more outside of Australia after the age of 16; Provide a satisfactory Anglicare assessed medical; Provide a current provisional or full Australian Driver Licence. On commencement, the successful applicant will be required to undertake our structured Safeguarding Children Training program. If you are interested in joining our team, please click on the 'APPLY’ link below to commence your application. You will be required to submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter which outlines your relevant skills for the role and addresses the demonstrated competencies. Please specify which role you wish to apply for in your cover letter. PLEASE NOTE: Other vacancies that may arise in the near future may also be filled from this selection process. About Anglicare Tasmania Anglicare Tasmania is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for positions with Anglicare Tasmania must undergo screening processes prior to a successful appointment. Anglicare Tasmania is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders (ATSI), Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and LGBTIQ+ communities. Anglicare Tasmania is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful work environment where all people are valued and have equal access to opportunities to reach their full potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr