About Us People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours? Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907. Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters Join our dedicated Mental Health Community Support Services team on the Gold Coast , providing vital, non-clinical recovery support to people on their mental health recovery journey. We deliver flexible and responsive non-clinical, holistic, recovery-focused psychosocial supports for up to 12 months, support is provided predominately in the community but can sometimes include home visits. The role involves being the key worker and primary point of support for the client and will conduct ongoing and regular reviews of client recovery goals. Why Join WMQ’s Mental Health Community Support Service Team? Purpose-led practice – Be part of a not-for-profit organisation that puts people, not profits, at the heart of care. All career levels welcome – From recent graduates to senior clinicians, we’ll support your journey Attractive Remuneration plus packaging benefits – Boost your take-home pay by up to $18,550 annually through not-for-profit tax concessions Work-life balance – Enjoy flexible hours that work around your life , we p romote a culture that values personal time and well-being Free and Secure Car Parking – No more paid parking Employees can enjoy complimentary access to secure parking, ensuring the safety of their vehicles while at work Team C ulture – Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team across diverse clinical settings that values your skills and wellbeing Perks and Benefits – We love our employee benefits, and you’ll love them too! Get discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel and so much more Recognition Programs – If you thrive in an environment where we value recognition and rewarding employees on ac hievements , we take are acknowledged Career Advancement Opportunities – We provide ample career advancement opportunities at WMQ , offering diverse pathways for growth and professional development Your Role as Mental Health Recovery Worker You’ll deliver person-centred , holistic and responsive nonclinical recovery focused psychosocial supports by : Working within the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Ensuring individual and team practice is in accordance with the requirements of relevant legislation including the Human Services Quality Framework and the National Mental Health Standards Working in accordance with psychosocial rehabilitation, social inclusion and recovery orientated practice frameworks C onduct ing thorough psychosocial assessments, develop, implement and review individual recovery plans through individualised goal planning, progress monitoring and regular reviews which are flexible and responsive to the individual’s needs and achievement of goals in partnership with clients and key stakeholders Provid ing crisis support and safety planning as Provid ing assertive and practical support to access services related to individual needs. Outreach and in home/community-based support Facilitat ing linkage to ongoing community supports as necessary e.g., primary care providers, community sector agencies (for example, drug and alcohol services, community health, housing/ accommodation services) Support ing to engage in community services (including the Group based Peer Program) that focus on peer support, skill development, enabling community integration and family support & Linkages to community participation (volunteering), employment or study through local partner connections Assist ing the client to resolve barriers to remaining well in the community - independent living and transitions, improved relationships with neighbours, hobbies and recreation, budgeting etc What We’re Looking For Tertiary qualifications in community, social welfare, health or a related discipline Experience working within a recovery orientated service framework for mental health Passionate about making a positive change in the lives of people managing mental illness Understanding of the principles of recovery in the mental health setting Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of the issues associated with living with a mental illness Demonstrated experience working with people with complex mental health support needs across the phases of service delivery including assessment, recovery-oriented practices, community engagement and evaluation of services delivered Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment including being accountable for the effective delivery of client services Demonstrated effective PC skills including MS Office and related applications packages (including reporting) A Valuable A ddition, Yet Not a Must-Have! Experience providing care coordination within a mental health setting Understanding of the principles and standards of the Disability Services Act (Qld 2006) and the National Mental Health Standards and how they relate to providing effective and accountable services. Why WMQ? We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members: Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace! Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
