• Indigenous Identified
• Transition From Corrections (Tfc)
• Full-Time Fixed-Term
• Annerley

With significant growth, service innovation, outstanding clinical outcomes and business stability, this is an exciting time to join Queensland’s leading NGO mental health service provider.

A recent independent staff feedback evaluation shows RFQ staff enjoy a culture of success and provides a work environment that benchmarks above industry norms in the Health and Community Services sectors. A best scored attribute in the evaluation shows an organisation that provides a flexible work environment.

About the position

The position provides an exciting opportunity to support the aspirations of the most socially disadvantaged people in the community, Indigenous people in the criminal justice system. Alongside one on one support, the position offers the opportunity to develop and nurture relationships with Indigenous agencies and communities. Importantly, the position has an educative role to ensure culturally responsive services are delivered within the program and as part of a wider Indigenous Project within RFQ.

This position is an Identified Role for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person and is a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are grossly overrepresented in the criminal justice system and this role will provide direct support.

Benefits and Culture

• An ethical employer with amazing teams that are purpose driven
• Above industry standards for staff satisfaction – a culture of success
• A centre of excellence and learning
• Competitive remuneration of $41.52/hour to $44.68/hour plus penalty rates (as applicable)
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 entertainment benefits / FBT year, novated leasing, mortgage review service and personal parking expenses
• Comprehensive support infrastructure - mobile Client Information Management System and Employee Assistance Program (available for staff and their family)
• Career development and unique training opportunities available

Qualifications and Skills

• Four year degree in a human services related field with relevant experience or other tertiary qualification with substantial years of relevant experience, and lived Indigenous experience
• Proven knowledge related to the delivery of mental health services
• Proven ability to quickly acquire skills
• Proven ability to develop collaborative relationships with external stakeholders
• Proven problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Proven ability planning, managing, prioritising and supervising work to achieve team and individual priorities
• Highly proficient in relation to a range of software applications on office based and mobile technology
• A strong sense of professional boundaries and integrity
• Valid driver’s license and access to a registered roadworthy and insured vehicle (minimum third-party property)
• Undergo criminal history screening and obtain and maintain a valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance pursuant to the Disability Services Act 2006 (Qld)
• Willingness and ability to undertake vaccination of preventable diseases (this is not inclusive of the COVID-19 vaccine)

The position requires a NDIS worker screening clearance. For further information please visit: https://workerscreening.communities.qld.gov.au/workers/you-start

About RFQ

RFQ is a leading not-for-profit organisation which is experiencing transformational growth, specialising in supporting people who face mental health challenges. We have 21 Service sites across Queensland, with head office operations located in the inner south suburbs of Brisbane. RFQ also delivers national telehealth services.

Applications

Please submit your application (maximum two pages), addressing full list of selection criteria, skills and attributes outlined in the position description, together with your resume identifying two referees (including current report).

Further information about the role can be obtained by contacting Area Manager, Suzanne Desailly on 07 3363 2513.

To view and download the position description please click Apply Now below.

RFQ has a diversified workforce and encourages applications from people with a lived mental health experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applications will be progressively considered upon receipt.