headspace has an exciting prospect for a Vocational Specialist to join our established Bankstown team!
The position is:
- Closed-term Full-time (76 hrs/fortnight) until 30 June 2027
- Working between Monday and Friday
- Attractive salary starting at $92,000p.a. + 12% super + Tax-Free Benefits!
- Based in Bankstown (with need to travel to Castle Hill, Parramatta headspace sites as required)
About the Opportunity
headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs. headspace provides young people with the opportunity to seek help early. headspace brings together local health services under the one roof making it easier for young people and their families to find the information they need.
As the headspace Vocational Specialist you will support young people experiencing mental health issues to achieve their vocational and education goals. Reporting to the headspace Vocational Coordinator, you will work within the Individual Placement Support (IPS) program which aims to improve the educational and employment outcomes of young people with mental health concerns, who are at risk of disengaging from education and employment.
On a day-to-day basis you will:
- Work with young people to develop individual support plans that set realistic goals and plan strategies, to overcome identified barriers to engage in employment and/or education
- Support young people to achieve their vocational and/or education goals
- Engage young people to ensure they link to suitable employment opportunities
- Work closely within a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated and holistic care to young people, including active participation in clinical review meetings and other meetings to promote the vocational program to clinical staff.
- Develop partnerships with employers, training providers, educational institutions, community organisations and other health professionals
To find out more about what it means to be a Vocational Specialist, please review the Position Description.
About headspace and Flourish Australia
One in four young people have experienced a mental health issue in the past 12 months – a higher prevalence than all other age groups. headspace provides early intervention mental health services to young people who present with mental health issues, along with assistance in promoting young peoples’ wellbeing. This covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services. More information about headspace can be found at: www.headspace.org.au
Flourish Australia is one of Australia’s most experienced community mental health organisations. Our purpose is to support people to flourish, believe in their futures, and become contributing members of the community. Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs.