Vocational Specialist | headspace Port Lincoln

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12‐25 year olds, 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. The Individual Placement and Support Program (IPS) provides vocational assistance to young people with mental illness up to the age of 25, who are at risk of long-term welfare dependency because they disengage from employment and/or education. The program uses the IPS model to improve the employment and education outcomes for these young people. About the role

• The Vocational Specialist will deliver IPS employment supports to young people in partnership with a multidisciplinary team at headspace Port Lincoln.
• Work in conjunction with headspace staff to support young people to gain employment or to engage in education.
• Liaise with local employers, education providers, and health professionals to ensure ease of access and smooth transition across a range of employment and educational opportunities for young people.
• The overall aims of vocational support for young people is to minimise the impact of their mental health issue and to enable recovery through meaningful employment or education.

About you

• Knowledge and expertise in the employment sector, combined with understanding, skills, and interest in the youth mental health field.
• Have qualifications in Vocational Services / Employment Services / Career Development / Education / Youth Work OR relevant transferable experience.

What we offer At headspace, we prioritise a great work-life balance in a diverse working environment. If you are looking for an opportunity to engage with young people and support them to work towards their individual employment goals, this role is for you. You will also benefit from extensive support and numerous avenues for professional development.

• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• 12 days paid personal leave plus cultural leave
• Salary range: dependant on experience $67,119 - $72,715 per year (pro-rata for part-time positions)
• Generous salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay

Application form and job description available HERE Closing Date: Applications are shortlisted as they come in, so apply today! Employment with CObH is subject to a National Police Check (NPC), DHS Working with Children Check, and NDIS Worker Check. All applicants must have current working rights in Australia and a valid driving licence. For a confidential discussion, please contact: Holly Gill, Centre Manager on 08 8621 3880 headspace Port Lincoln is operated by Country & Outback Health - to learn more about us please visit: cobh.com.au We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, people with lived experience, and people with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr