Wellbeing Support Worker - Hospital Outreach Post-Suicidal Engagement Program
Hospital Outreach Post-Suicidal Engagement (HOPE) Program Wellbeing Support Worker
Full Time - $54,953 - $67,******
Renumeration based on experience and qualifications
About the Role
The HOPE Program has been developed to provide assertive integrated community-based aftercare for consumers experiencing a suicidal crisis. Under the general direction of Clinicians, Wellbeing Support Workers will work collaboratively with consumers and their carers to address their identified areas of psychosocial need. This will include liaising on behalf of, and assisting consumers to access a broad range of community supports; human services; Government agencies; and consult with existing supports.
Mildura Base Public Hospital (MBPH) is seeking a energetic and motivated Wellbeing Support Worker for this position within the Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Services.
Full time position, however part time applications will be considered for the right candidate
Step into a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful contribution to people's lives
Ideal for those studying in mental health, offering opportunities for career development and growth
Paid as per MH Officer under Vic Public Mental Health EBA, level as per relevant qualification or experience
Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment
About You
To be successful in this role, you will hold a Diploma level qualification in a relevant field including, but not limited to:



Alcohol & Other Drugs; Community Services; Disability; Mental Health; Nursing; Youth Work or similar and/or at least two years' experience working with consumers in the provision of psychosocial support. You will also have:
Demonstrated understanding of
psychosocial risk factors
associated with suicidality, with awareness of how a person's mental health and social environment—such as relationships, support networks, and life circumstances can affect their risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviours;
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with consumers, carers and families from diverse cultural and social backgrounds in a professional; impartial; ethical; and respectful manner;
Highly developed interpersonal; communication and problem-solving skills including the ability to liaise with and advocate on behalf of consumers across a broad range of services;
Please see the position description for further information.
The Organisation
The Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, forming part of Mildura Base Public Hospital, offers a range of inpatient and community-based services for people with mental illness in the Northern Mallee Region.
We promote and provide a work environment that embraces professional development and supports staff to maximize growth through internal and external education. We offer an environment that genuinely cares about the health and wellbeing of all staff.
What we can offer you
Access to Salary Packaging (pay less tax!) and novated leasing
Staff Wellbeing Program and Employee Assistance Program
Supportive and innovative team environment
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📌 Wellbeing Support Worker - Hospital Outreach Post-Suicidal Engagement Program (Mildura)
🏢 Mildura Base Public Hospital
📍 Mildura