Impactful Inclusive Employment Specialist - Mental Health

ORS; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist IPS training

Multidisciplinary team environment

Wellbeing and staff support

Career pathways into leadership or SP"

Extra annual leave after 3 years

Job summary

ORS is seeking an Inclusive Employment Specialist to help people living with mental health conditions secure meaningful employment in Australia. You will work with participants from goal setting through job placement, using IPS as the gold standard in mental health employment support.

You will collaborate with clinicians and community supports to deliver holistic, wrap-around care and achieve sustainable job outcomes, while building confidence and independence in participants.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or higher in Employment Services, Community Services, Mental Health, or equivalent.
• Experience in employment, mental health or disability services.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to obtain relevant clearances.

Responsibilities

• Use the IPS model to support participants in finding employment.
• Guide participants through planning, placement and beyond.
• Build genuine relationships with employers and create inclusive opportunities.
• Collaborate with clinical and community supports for holistic care.
• Deliver strong employment outcomes while meeting performance goals.
• Celebrate wins and help build confidence, resilience and independence.

Skills

IPS model

Relationship building

Communication skills

Driver's licence

Clearances

Employment services experience

Mental health/disability services

Education

Certificate III or higher in Employment Services / Community Services / Mental Health

Job description

ORS is seeking an Inclusive Employment Specialist to help people living with mental health conditions secure meaningful employment in Australia. You will work with participants from goal setting through job placement, using IPS as the gold standard in mental health employment support.

You will collaborate with clinicians and community supports to deliver holistic, wrap-around care and achieve sustainable job outcomes, while building confidence and independence in participants.