Day Program Activities Officer 

POSITION:                           Day Program Activities Officer

HOURS:                                Pro Rata 30.4 hours per week

CLASSIFICATION:             SCHADS Level 3 – 4 ($71,847.36 – $87,214.71)

LOCATION:                         Alice Springs

REPORTS TO:                     Program Coordinator  

ENQUIRIES:                        (08) 8950 4600

 

ABOUT MHACA 

MHACA is a specialist psychosocial recovery and mental health promotion organisation with a strong presence and reputation in the community. We strive to make a difference in the lives of people with mental health challenges by supporting participant-driven mental health recovery. Our support services and health promotion programs aim to enhance the mental health and wellbeing of people living in Central Australia through: 

 

• NDIS funded support coordination, capacity building, living skills and recreational activities 
• individual and group supports for people experiencing mental health issues
• tenancy support for people experiencing mental health issues who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
• a Day Program offering a Drop-in Centre, group activities and peer support 
• mental health promotion campaigns to reduce stigma and encourage help-seeking
• suicide prevention networks and events
• advocacy for improved services at local, State and National levels.
• training in mental health first aid, suicide intervention, workplace health and related areas

 

Position summary:

In keeping with MHACA’s vision, the Day Program promotes opportunities and choices for people with mental health difficulties in a supportive and facilitative environment that promotes recovery. It is a welcoming environment offering practical assistance and facilities as well as access to structured social, educational creative and therapeutic programs. 

 

The Day Program Activities Officer reports to the Program Coordinator and works in conjunction with the coordinator and other team members to implement social, recreational programs and the Drop-in Centre. 

 

People with a Lived Experience of mental health challenges or suicide are strongly encouraged to apply, however this is not essential.

 

Key responsibilities:

Role Specific

The Day Program Activities Officer will work as a member of the Day Program team and will:

 

• Support people with a chronic and persistent mental illness  who experience social isolation.
• Increase community participation by assisting participants to develop new skills, social networks and participate in community activities.
• Arrange and implement social, educational, and recreational activities which includes appropriate culturally and diverse social engagements.
• Accompany participants to community activities and support them to participate.
• Keep accurate documentation including making sure the daily activities and Drop-in Centre attendance sheet are filled out and kept up to date.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain the Drop-in Centre.
• Actively participate in the organisation’s quality, safety, and risk management systems.
• Actively contribute to creating and maintaining a safe environment for staff, participants and visitors. 
• Maintain a duty of care to staff, participants and visitors in accordance with MHACA’s commitment to privacy and confidentiality requirements. 
• Engage in supervision, training, planning and staff development activities, when required.
• Attend relevant meeting, when required. 

 

 

Selection Criteria:

 

Essential:

 

• Certificate IV in Mental Health, Community Services, Disability, Education and/or commensurate work experience in these similar areas.
• Demonstrate awareness of the key issues faced by people living with a mental illness, particularly for people living within Central Australia.
• Ability to develop rapport and support people who are experiencing mental health difficulties, and be compassionate, respectful, and patient.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and the capacity to communicate well to participants from a range of cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrate good time management and organisational skills.
• Competent computer skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment and independently.
• Current NT Driver’s License

 

MHACA Employment Benefits:

• A competitive salary that is above award.
• Salary Packaging meaning a large amount of your package is tax free.
• 6 weeks annual leave and 17.5% leave loading.
• 11% superannuation
• Annual Wellbeing Allowance of $400.
• 11 days of personal leave.
• Access to an Employment Assistance Program.
• Monthly supervision.
• A comprehensive training and development program.
• Flexible work hours where appropriate.

 

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful applicant will be required to have a current National Police Check and a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

 

 

For further information please contact Christine Boocock on (08) 8950 4600 

 

Applications must address the Selection Criteria, include a resume and contact details of 2 current referees. 

 

Please email your application to [email protected] or 

deliver it to 14 Lindsay Avenue, East Side.

 

Applications close 16th of October 2023