iMH has people at the heart of everything we do. We value and respect the individual contributions of our employees. We are committed to offering a friendly place to work and a supportive team environment. We want to provide a life changing experience not only for the people who access our services but also for the people who work with us. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to supporting individuals with a range of mental health presentations through evidence-based, recovery-focused models of care.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Allied Health Assistant to join our growing team. Working closely with our allied health clinicians and broader multidisciplinary team, you will support the delivery of therapeutic programs, undertake administrative tasks and assist in providing high-quality care to our patients.
This is a great chance for someone passionate about mental health who is looking to further develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with coordinating and providing specialist care for patients as part of a multidisciplinary team
Assist mental health clinicians in preparing and conducting individual and group therapy sessions in both inpatient and outpatient settings, utilising evidence-based therapeutic approaches
Provide administrative and logistical support in both inpatient and outpatient settings
Demonstrate attention to the needs of the client and family to provide privacy, dignity, and the maintenance of confidentiality
Help with client care coordination, including scheduling appointments and following up on treatment plans
Liaise with members of the allied health team and other hospital services to ensure that the needs of patients with mental health needs are met
Maintain accurate timely documentation of patient care and interactions
Assist allied health clinicians in day-to-day clinical activities
Engage with patients in a professional and empathetic manner
Contribute to a positive, safe, and therapeutic environment
About You
Excellent group-work and teamwork skills, with confidence working both collaboratively and autonomously
Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Passion and enthusiasm for working in mental health
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Experience working with people living with a range of mental health challenges.
Formal qualifications of Certificate III (Allied Health Assistant) from a registered training organisation or its equivalent and / or students enrolled in undergraduate allied health tertiary qualifications preferably with previous placement in a mental health setting
Basic knowledge of mental health practices and principles
Strong organisational and administrative abilities
Compassionate and empathetic approach to client care
Commitment to on-going education and self-directed learning
Ability to remain calm and professional and work collaboratively with consumers, carers and other team members
Willingness to upskill in psychotherapeutic interventions (e.g. CBT, DBT, ACT)
Why Join Us?
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to work within a specialised mental health setting
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Be part of a service that is growing and evolving to meet patient needs