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Support Worker - Family Mental Health Support ServiceHervey Bay, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLDFull timeIMPACT Community Services Limited(IMPACT) is a high profile, community owned organisation supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community. Since 1978, we have been supporting local people experiencing disadvantage, poverty and exclusion. Our vision is to improve lives. IMPACT is also a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.We are seeking aSupport Workerfor ourFamily Mental Health Support Service. Our team provides early intervention and support to assist children and young people with, or at risk of developing, mental health concerns.As a Support Worker, you will:Deliver flexible, responsive, non-clinical services for children and young peopleProvide one-on-one support and lead group activities to support tangible improvements in the day-to-day life of children and young peopleMaintain accurate and timely case notes and dataCreate partnerships in the local community to promote awareness of mental health issues and early interventionTo enjoy this role, you will have:Demonstrated experience working with young people who have mental health concerns OR relevant life experience and/or understanding of the issues facing children and young people with mental health concernsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to create rapport with young people and familiesProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsThe ability to engage in community networking and provide referralsOur offer to you includes:A fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) so enjoy a long weekend every second weekSalary packaging up to $18,900 per year to boost your take home payBirthday bonus day offPaid 2 hours per month to donate to a worthy cause of your choiceOpportunities for advancement with our ''grow your own'' approachLeadership programs with the Institute of Managers and LeadersLeaders Lab, development support for employees aspiring to leadership rolesWorkplace Chaplaincy for face to face, confidential supportWestpac Corporate Partner program with discounted bank products and financial educationReimbursement for Working with Children clearanceHow to applySubmit your application today and provide your:Cover letter showing uswhy you are a greatmatch for this roleIMPACT welcomes all applications, including from Indigenous Australians, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and recovery, a disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.We believe that diversity in our workplace makes us stronger and we provide equal opportunity to all. IMPACT is proud to be an INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER 2024-2025 with the Diversity Council Australia. Selection for all vacancies is made on the basis of merit.The successful applicant may be required to obtain background checks prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check.Together, We Move towards a future inclusive of all. This begins by acknowledging our presence on the lands of Aboriginal communities. IMPACT operates on the unceded lands of the Butchulla, Gureng Gureng, Wakka Wakka, Kabi Kabi, Wulli Wulli, Taribelang, Gurang and Byali.IMPACT has over 45 years of serving our communities and we are humbled in the presence of First Nations Peoples who share an ongoing connection to these lands for over 65,000 years. We are truly grateful to share and learn from their collective experiences.We respectfully live upon these lands, with good faith and a commitment to ongoing learning, sharing, caring and respecting these lands, the peoples, and the environment, together in humility.Office 07 4153 4233Free Call 1800 179 233 #J-18808-Ljbffr