Senior Mental Health Support Lead — Queenstown

Placements24; O Mente; Presencial; EUR 32.000 - 43.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship of junior staff

Community health impact

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Support Coordinator to oversee and deliver mental health services in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This leadership role manages a caseload of individuals with complex needs and coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will mentor junior staff, develop personalized support plans, and advocate for clients within the healthcare and social services system, ensuring high standards of care and collaborative community

Formación

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related field.
• Registered with the relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA, SACSSP).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in mental health support, case management, or counseling.
• Experience in a senior or leadership role within mental health services.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions, treatments, and support frameworks.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a caseload of individuals with diverse and complex mental health conditions.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized mental health support plans.
• Coordinate care services, ensuring seamless transitions and access to resources.
• Provide counseling and therapeutic interventions as appropriate.
• Liaise with psychiatrists, psychologists, general practitioners, and other health professionals.
• Offer support and guidance to clients' families and caregivers.
• Mentor and supervise junior support workers and case managers.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of client progress and services provided.
• Advocate for clients' needs and rights within the healthcare and social services system.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities.

Educación

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or related field

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Support Coordinator to oversee and deliver mental health services in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This leadership role manages a caseload of individuals with complex needs and coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will mentor junior staff, develop personalized support plans, and advocate for clients within the healthcare and social services system, ensuring high standards of care and collaborative community