Mental Health Consumer Advocate - Goulburn
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ125841 Requisition #
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- Sep 11, 2019 Post Date
Selection Criteria:
- Personal "lived experience” of being a consumer of a mental health service (Public or private)
- A general understanding of the nature of mental illnesses and the experiences and difficulties faced by those people who experience mental illness.
- A general understanding of the nature of mental health service delivery, including some knowledge of State and national policies and directions for mental health services.
- Good communication skills with the ability to communicate empathically and supportively with mental health service consumers, and effectively with mental health service providers.
- Ability to work alongside mental health professionals in a non-clinical role.
- Effective problem solving skills
- Certificate four in Mental Health Peer Work or willingness to obtain same and basic computer skills.
- Evidence of a current unrestricted drivers’ licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.
This is a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2018_009. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy
Please note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia, or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa. We do not offer sponsorship in this position for applicants requiring a temporary visa. For more information, please see www.immi.gov.au
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For role related queries or questions contact Peta Kleinig on 02 4837 3003, 0408 023 653 or Peta.Kleinig@health.nsw.gov.au
