The Support Facilitator will coordinate, facilitate and maintain a consumer’s access to the required services

• Join an exciting and expanding organisation
• Work within a values based, progressive Not For Profit
• Be part of a dynamic and reflective team working providing specialised support 

“Full citizenship for all people living with a mental illness in Australian society” 

About the Role

• Full Time
• Maximum Term Contract until 30 June 2019
• Darlinghurst

The Support Facilitator will be part of the Partners in Recovery Program (PIR) where they will coordinate, facilitate and maintain a consumer’s access to the required services. The Support Facilitator will support the consumer to access the National Disability Employment Scheme and assist in the planning process.

• Work collaboratively with a range of organisations to ensure seamless access to consumers with complex needs
• Sharing in consumer’s achievements and seeing their hopes come to fruition

Staff are valued and supported to learn and develop throughout their careers. They are given regular opportunities to reflect on their practice at the team level and participate in targeted training.   

About You

The successful applicants will have:

• Solid experience in the human services environment
• Tertiary qualifications in Mental Health, Disability or Community Services desirable
• Demonstrated understanding of how best to access and maintain appropriate services for consumers
• Committed to supporting recovery and improving outcomes for people living with mental illness
• Understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, including eligibility and application process

• Strong networking and communication skills
• Foster and maintain respectful, professional relationships with consumers, staff and organisations 

Mandatory Requirements:

• Current Working with Children Check
• Australian Working Rights
• Drivers licence
• Police check (refer to PD) – disclosable outcomes considered

About Neami National

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’s been amazing for career development. I’ve gone through several different types of roles and positions. Over the last 11 years there have been so many opportunities to engage with, and the organisation really supports people to do that” 

Incentives Include:

• Diverse and inclusive organisation
• Induction and extensive Learning and Development Program
• Regular Practice Development sessions and coaching with your supervisor
• Salary Packaging providing tax benefits available for living and entertainment expenses
• Excellent conditions including paid parental leave, a monthly accrued day off, generous long service leave, wellness and gratis leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)