• Coburg
• Full time
• Opportunity to work within a dedicated mental health team

Your new organisation

At Merri Health, we strive to enrich diverse communities through the provision of quality health care and support services. A career at Merri will see you contributing to a culture that affects change for our clients and the wider community. We are committed to supporting the talent and skills of our employees because we know their capability is the key to our success.

Your new role

As a Mental Health Support Coordinator you will be responsible for:

• Assist participants to identify, implement and coordinate appropriate NDIS supports and services
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with participants, focused on understanding their individual needs and goals
• Develop effective relationships with internal and external service providers
• Demonstrate an ability effectively work in a dynamic and evolving environment

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful with Merri you will go above and beyond to achieve great results for our clients, the organisation and yourself. We’re looking for individuals with:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Welfare or related fields
• Understanding or lived experience of mental health issues and their impact on individuals, families and communities
• Experience in effectively engaging and working with people experiencing mental health issues
• Experience in care planning, case management, coordination and review for people with complex needs

What we offer

The successful candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated mental health team to support and guide participants to action their NDIS plan. Working specifically with participants who are experiencing mental health issues, this position is part of a passionate team who focused on providing high quality support and making a positive difference in the lives of participants.

We offer a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which encourages you to bring your whole self to work. As the successful applicant you’ll be joining an organisation where you will be supported to grow, learn and develop your skills to reach your potential.

You will also have access to generous salary packaging, purchase leave and flexible work arrangement options.

What you need to do now

If this position captures your interest, take a few minutes to learn more about us on our website. If you would like to review the position description or have any questions about the role please refer to our Career Portal for further information.

Merri Health will only accept applications that are submitted via our Career Portal.

What else do I need to know

Preferred candidates will be subject to comprehensive reference and pre-employment background checking conducted by Merri Health prior to an offer of employment, including criminal record history check, disability worker exclusion scheme check and other employee screening and credential checks as determined by the position description.

All candidates must have the right to work in Australia. Merri Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people.

We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTIQA+ community and those living with a disability to apply.

Interviews for shortlisted applicants will occur in early January 2021.

A position description is attached.