Engagement Practitioner

Description:

Located in Latrobe Valley and Baw Baw Shire, part-time, fixed term
Join a not-for-profit health care provider who is getting back to what matters$37.3458 per hour.People with lived experience of disability are encouraged to apply. Your personal insights and understanding of many challenges faced by others in the community when accessing services and support would be valued in this role!
At Latrobe Community Health Service you’ll be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We’re dedicated to providing you with career opportunities through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community.
We are looking for passionate individuals who are looking to grow and further develop their career with an organisation dedicated to giving back to the community.
Latrobe Community Health Service and Cairnmillar Institute in partnership with Quantum Support Services deliver an exciting new and life-changing program called the Gippsland Supporting Recovery Program.
Commencing July 2024, this program provides access to long-term, free, trauma informed psychological therapies for people who have experienced family, domestic and sexual violence (FDSV). The team comprises of intake, engagement practitioners and therapists.
The Engagement Practitioner engages participants to help them access services and overcome barriers on their recovery journey.
To be successful, you will require;
Tertiary qualification or nearing completion in psychology, social work, counselling or relatedA current Employee Working with Children CheckExperience and/or an understanding of the family violence or mental health service system
For more information please contact Louise Kennedy Young, Team Leader - Supporting Recovery on 0427 574 100.
At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters. To see the full position description and to apply, click the Apply Now button.
Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people whom are from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email Recruitment@lchs.com.au
Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is committed to promoting the safety and well-being of all children and young people accessing our services. Child Safety | Latrobe Community Health Service (lchs.com.au)