About the role
selectability is seeking a dedicated program officer to work collaboratively with the mental health hub coordinator.
The program officer will be at the forefront of program delivery, with a particular focus on group interventions.
This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance mental health services, making a meaningful impact on the lives of recipients.
As a program officer at the Mental Health Hub Mackay, you will play a crucial role in supporting various aspects of mental health program delivery.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Program Support:assisting in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of mental health programs and activities in line with funding requirements
Recipient Assistance:providing support and guidance to recipients, helping them access necessary services and resources
Community Engagement:building and maintaining relationships with community organisations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders
Administrative Tasks:completing all necessary administrative duties to ensure smooth program operations
About you
To be considered for this rewarding role you will have:
a passion for mental health across regional Queensland
strong written and verbal communication skills
experience in program planning and running of group activities
experience in data collection, auditing and administrative actions (highly desirable)
ability to work in a fast-paced workplace
ability to work as part of the cohesive team and autonomously with minimal supervision
auditing and reporting on program processes
update and maintain databases and other applications as required
provide inreach and outreach to link recipients with services and supports they require
support recipients with NDIS access and request to referral pathways
research best practice to implement evidence-based tools and documented processes to undertake assessments
most importantly...



a positive attitude
Role Requirements
cert IV in Mental Health or relevant field and/ or experience working with people living with a mental illness (highly desirable)
a Positive Notice Working with Children (blue card) (or the ability to obtain prior to commencing)
current nationally recognised first aid & cpr certificate
a current yellow card exemption or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or the ability or obtain prior to commencement)
NDIS Worker Orientation Module "Quality, Safety & You" completion certificate
a current minimum P1 "C" class Queensland drivers licence
roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insurance
some travel to selectability sites may be required from time to time
About the offer
This is a fixed term part-timeposition based in Mackay until July ****.
We offer a range of benefits including:
hourly rate of $***** + super
up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits
access to fitness passport
flexible working arrangements
career pathways and opportunities for development
employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling support for employees
About us
selectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus of improvingmental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regionalQueensland.
We believe everyone has the right to access high-quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety, and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf.
selectability is committed to creating safe environments where young people feel protected, respected and heard.
The successful applicant will be responsible for quality service delivery to young people, recipients, older persons, families, and the community within selectability.
We value lived experience, cultural knowledge and diversity within our workforce as part of strengthening safe and inclusive practice.
If you would like to know more, please visit our website.
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📌 Program Officer - Mackay (North Mackay)
🏢 selectability Careers
📍 North Mackay