Roses in the Ocean is a national not for profit organisation founded on and operating through the lens of lived experience of suicide; we exist to save lives and reduce emotional pain. We seek to lead the significant cultural shift needed to save lives through harnessing the perspectives of all we represent, along with our own lived experience of suicide. With our actions driven and guided by those with a lived experience of suicide, we strive to innovate and transform suicide prevention, drive and deliver system reform and support organisations and government to effectively and meaningfully integrate lived experience expertise into suicide prevention.

Everyone who works within Roses in the Ocean has a lived experience of suicide which is defined as ‘having experienced suicidal thoughts, survived a suicide attempt, cared for someone through suicidal crisis, or been bereaved by suicide.’

About the role

This newly created, full time opportunity will be responsible for identifying and developing relationships across a range of community or local organisations that support the implementation and service delivery of Peer CARE Companion in Community (PCCiC) in Queensland.

Working alongside the Peer CARE Companion team, this role will contribute to a range of process improvement and engagement initiatives, and will represent Roses in the Ocean at a range of Queensland stakeholder meetings and community events, with the aim to increase stakeholder awareness of our Peer-led services.

There is a requirement to work flexible times including some evenings and weekends (time in lieu arrangements negotiable). This role is located in Queensland, you can be located anywhere within the state as it is a work from home role, with the option to work from our Brisbane office if you're located within the area. There will be a requirement for some intrastate travel.

To succeed in this role, there are some essentials you’ll need:

• A lived experience of suicide and an understanding of the impact suicide has on families, workplaces, friends, and communities.
• Previous experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
• Experience in managing competing priorities, complex tasks and coordinating activities.
• High-level written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate and liaise effectively and sensitively at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated capacity to maintain confidentiality and professional standards of behaviour in difficult and sensitive circumstances.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated time-management, logistics and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Office 365, Monday.com and SharePoint.
• A strong understanding of projects / models which offer alternatives to clinical supports is desirable.
• A current Working with Children Check
• Complete a national criminal history check
• A working knowledge of Volaby would be beneficial.

The following training will be provided as part of the induction process.

• Completion of Peer CARE Companion workshop.
• Suicide intervention skills training
• Cultural awareness training
• LGBTQIASB+ training

At our heart and soul are people with a lived experience of suicide. This means you are:

• Aligned to the values of Roses in the Ocean.
• Passionate for the Not-for-Profit sector and making a difference in the lives of people.
• Calm, composed, and solutions focused.
• Self-aware and responsive to own wellbeing needs.
• Able to demonstrate high levels of professionalism, maturity and attention to detail.
• Proactive in seeking new knowledge, building relationships and consulting with others.
• Able to maintain enthusiasm and focus whilst working autonomously.
• A team player that is committed to the success of the team and the organisation.

Why Roses in the Ocean?

If you are looking for an organisation that is as passionate as you are, is making a positive impact and is a well known and respected sector leader, we would love to receive your application.

You will also enjoy some benefits:

• Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per year to increase take home pay
• Additional leave - Wellness Day Leave of up to 3 days per year
• Access to counselling sessions to support well-being and self-care
• Access to a wide range of discounts, saving on everyday expenses via the ‘Swag’ app
• Portable long service leave if you work in Queensland or Victoria
• Training and professional development opportunities
• A flexible and supportive workplace with excellent work-life balance initiatives

Click Apply Now! We will commence shortlisting as applications are received, so don’t delay!

For more information about our organisation please visit the Roses in the Ocean website www.rosesintheocean.com.au.

Roses in the Ocean is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome applications from a diverse range of social, cultural, ability and gender backgrounds that reflect our community including First Peoples.