We are seeking candidates for a casual position for our 18-bed Mental Health Residential Program in West Hoxton - NSW. The program offers long term residential support to people recovering from mental illness / AOD issues.  

ABOUT US

GROW is a national community-driven organisation specialising in mental health support developed from the lived experience of recovery. Our programs are designed for people to take back control of their lives, overcome obstacles and start living a life full of meaning, hope and optimism. GROW offers the opportunity for people to share challenges and solutions for recovery in a supportive and structured way within the context of a caring, sharing community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The positions involve working with individuals who have mental health conditions, with or without a co-existing substance abuse issues. The role is to support and inspire persons in recovery by using Grows 12 step program. You will be responsible for the delivery of the day-to-day structure including group facilitation, resident management, and service delivery.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have experience in the community services and at minimum hold a Cert IV in mental health and/or community services and/or drugs and alcohol. You may also be a second-year university student studying social or health services and interested in gaining firsthand experience in residential rehabilitation.

OR

• Previous experience working in a rehabilitation centre or other
• The ability to work effectively with people and to promote positive attributes and work towards plan change
• Flexibility, resilience and the ability to maintain best practice under challenging circumstances
• The ability to work effectively to achieve program goals and objectives
• Current first aid certificate
• Having lived experience in recovery from AOD and/or mental health
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Be working towards or willing to work towards a relevant qualification.

You will be required to have or attain a current First Aid certificate. You will need to be able to work with minimum direction, be self-motivated, flexible, team-spirited, open to ongoing training and able to identify strongly with Grow values. A current Driver’s License and own transport are essential.

Competencies and Mandatory requirements:

• Cert IV in mental health/alcohol and/or other drugs
• Knowledge and understanding of GROW 12-Step Program or ability to acquire that knowledge
• Experience in or demonstrated ability to participate and contribute to a vibrant, caring team
• A high level of verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn further computer programs as required
• Experience in the development of strong working relationships with stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in planning, managing, and delivering services using proper time management and working within the budget
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and carry tasks through to completion
• Demonstrate an understanding of continuous quality improvement systems.

Additional mandatory requirements:

• A Police Certificate is required in accordance with relevant legislation and GROW policy. Where applicable, additional state-based screening may be required
• Current Driver’s License
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Evidence of Australian citizenship or current working visa.

You can contact Aaron Beatus, National Manager for Residential Programs, on 0499 907 983 if you have any questions regarding this position.

A position description is attached.