headspace Batemans Bay provides young people with access to Allied Health Professionals and community supports to assist young people to access the support they need to develop and maintain the skills and confidence to live healthy and happy lives. The centre also engages in community awareness and seeks to develop and implement innovative programs to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people in the region.  Relationships Australia Canberra & Region is the lead agency for headspace Batemans Bay and is supported by a Consortium.

Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling – we also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things.

With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference.

The South Coast is Australia’s best kept secret! Located on the picturesque NSW South Coast, Batemans Bay has plenty to offer for all types of lifestyles. Whether you are into quiet walks on the beach, delicious fresh seafood or camping and water sports for those enjoying a bit of adventure, Batemans Bay has it all. Step out of the office to the beautiful views of the Clyde River right at your doorstep!

Your new role

The headspace Youth Access Worker provides case management services within the context of an integrated mental health service (headspace Batemans Bay) for young people who have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder or may be at risk of developing one. The position operates within the operational and geographical boundaries of the headspace Batemans Bay service.

 In consultation with the Manager, headspace Batemans Bay, the Youth Access Worker is expected to:

• Engage with young people aged 12-25 who are (or are at risk of) experiencing a mental health or drug and alcohol problem;

• Manage cases including screening initial referrals and being responsible for the management and monitoring of individual cases and the services required;

• Facilitate access to headspace Batemans Bay services including mental health services, counselling, education/training support or support with alcohol and other drug issues;

• Consult with other headspace Batemans Bay clinicians to assist in the development and delivery of individual or group-based skills-training activities for clients of headspace Batemans Bay with a view to assisting the young person to better manage or cope with the impacts of their mental health or substance use problem, or that may assist those at risk

What you’ll need to succeed

1. Relevant experience and/or tertiary qualifications in any of the following disciplines of social work, occupational therapy, intensive assertive case management or related disciplines.
2. Extensive experience in case management of young people within a multidisciplinary team.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to the cultural and mental health needs of young people (12-25 years) and their families to work holistically with young people around mental health, health and wellbeing needs, family and domestic violence and youth from diverse backgrounds.
4. Demonstrated ability to undertake screening and assertive management of clients and their carers to determine client care needs and assist clients to access necessary services.

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description found via https://racr.org.au/about-us/employment

This is a full-time fixed-term position to 3 February 2025, with the possibility of extension, based in Batemans Bay, NSW.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day. Relocation assistance can be provided.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in the role, please submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion). Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications should be submitted only via the “Apply” button on our website.

Position description with selection criteria is available at https://racr.org.au/about-us/employment

For further information about the position or application process, please contact Paul Spooner, Manager, headspace Batemans Bay on 0428 036 021 or by email at [email protected].  

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 5 October 2022