Employment Specialist

About the Role

St John of God Social Outreach invites applications for an Employment Specialist position within the Medicare Mental Health Midland team, available on a fixed-term basis until June 2027. Our team offers a welcoming environment for community members to access no-cost mental health support without referrals or appointments. Staffed by mental health experts and individuals with lived experience, the centre provides immediate assistance to adults experiencing distress and connects them with additional support, including employment services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services aligned with evidence-based supported employment principles to individuals with persistent mental health conditions.
• Manage a caseload comprising approximately 20 active participants, providing personalized employment guidance.
• Promote the Medicare Mental Health Centre's Employment Support by engaging with partner services, organizations, clients, and their support networks.
• Collaborate with Disability Employment Services (DES) and Jobactive providers when relevant.
• Establish and nurture connections with local employers to identify suitable job opportunities and offer educational support to employers.
• Evaluate consumers' vocational abilities, skills, and challenges to determine realistic short- and long-term employment goals and support requirements.
• Co-create Career and Vocational Profiles and individualized Employment Plans with participants.
• Develop and execute tailored plans with participant and clinical team input to maintain solid engagement, address barriers effectively, and support employment-related activities.
• Coordinate work experience, voluntary roles, informational interviews, short courses, training, and work trials to enhance participants' skills and interests.
• Apply reverse marketing strategies to connect with potential employers and secure paid placements aligned with participant capabilities and preferences.
• Assist participants with employer communication and job applications.

Requirements

• Proven familiarity with Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and evidence-based supported employment models.
• Ability to provide client-centered job support to individuals and employers and develop tailored career plans.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license compliant with state regulations.
• Current National Police Clearance dated within the past three months.

Additional Information

Our mission and values prioritize patient care at the heart of this role. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture. We are committed to the protection and safety of children and vulnerable persons in our care.

Benefits and Terms

• Competitive salary ranging from $92,582 to $99,612 annually, including a 12% superannuation contribution.
• Fixed-term full-time employment with 38 hours per week schedule.
• Options for salary packaging up to $18,550 for benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation, and other living expenses.
• Additional salary packaging possibilities above the FBT cap, including novated leasing, work-related expenses, self-education, and extra superannuation contributions.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Discounts on hospital services and private health insurance.

Contact and Application Details

For additional information, please contact Shannon Wilson, Manager MMHC North, at 0439 053 440. Applications are reviewed continuously; early submissions are encouraged.