Cairns Support Coordinator - Aftercare & Community

Wellways Australia; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

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Job summary

Wellways Australia in Cairns invites applications for a compassionate Support Coordinator to join our Aftercare/The Way Back Support Service team. The role supports individuals following suicidal crisis or attempt, offering tailored, non-clinical psychosocial support with guidance from the Team Leader and collaboration with partners.

This Identified Position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants to ensure culturally safe service delivery.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV qualification or commensurate experience in working in the mental health or community services sector.

Responsibilities

• Engage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander individuals and others at higher risk to participate in the program.
• Use a strengths-based, recovery-focused approach to co-develop support and safety plans.
• Participate in intake and assessment alongside referral partners.
• Maximise engagement through culturally appropriate and inclusive practices.
• Support clients to connect with health, community and clinical supports per discharge and wellbeing plans.
• Respect client rights, confidentiality and self-determination while managing safety and risk.
• Collaborate with service providers and maintain accurate client records.

Education

Certificate IV qualification or commensurate experience in working in the mental health or community services sector

Job description

Wellways Australia in Cairns invites applications for a compassionate Support Coordinator to join our Aftercare/The Way Back Support Service team. The role supports individuals following suicidal crisis or attempt, offering tailored, non-clinical psychosocial support with guidance from the Team Leader and collaboration with partners.

This Identified Position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants to ensure culturally safe service delivery.