Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 9th Oct 2020
“Full citizenship for all people living with a mental illness in Australian society”
The Way Back Support Service (TWBSS) is a non-clinical support service focused on providing practical psychosocial support to people experiencing a suicidal crisis or who have attempted suicide. Support is provided for up to three months, and targets those at highest risk through referrals following a hospital presentation from our partners hospitals, for after care support in the community and primary care settings within the Central and Eastern Sydney PHN region.
The service will provide the right level of care and support in line with the individual’s needs and choice, applying the stepped care approach and a focus on wellness and recovery. The service includes providing coordination and connection to appropriate clinical, psycho-social and social services, with a long-term desired outcome as reduction in the incidence of suicide and suicide attempts after discharge.
Neami National is a community mental health service supporting people living with mental illness to improve their health, live independently and pursue a life based on their own strengths, values and goals.
In our most recent Staff Engagement Survey, 89% of our Staff recommend Neami as a great place to work, with 87% of staff proud to say they work for Neami.
Neami National is committed to cultivating inclusive environments for staff, consumers and carers. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
The terms and conditions of the role are listed in the attached position description. If you have any further questions not addressed in the advertising words or position description please contact:
Ingrid Stefan, Service Manager: Ph 02 9570 5933 | M 0434 331 392
Recruitment agency candidates need not apply.
We celebrate multidisciplinary teams and value the rich skills and experiences brought by applicants from a range of sectors and professional backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.