Access and Inclusion Officers – Expression of Interest

• Remuneration: $42.82- $45.15 per hour (depending on experience)
• Locations Available: Perth Metro and Regional WA
• Employment Type: Full-time and Part-time positions available

 We are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced professionals who are passionate about connecting individuals and families with the support they need. Successful applicants will join our talent pool for future Access and Inclusion Officer opportunities across Perth metropolitan and regional locations.

Helping Minds

Helping Minds is a highly regarded carer support and mental health services organisation that’s been making a difference for 50 years. Each year, our compassionate team supports more than 10,000 people across WA to feel heard, supported, and empowered. We are a value-driven organisation that encompasses the values of Hope, Collaboration, Trust, Integrity, and Respect to provide quality service. We welcome your individuality, your ideas, your passion, and your drive. Our people focused culture and flexible approach will help you to succeed both professionally and personally.

The Position

The Access and Inclusion Officer will be the local representative that is responsible for engaging and building relationships within the community, ensuring increased engagement with Helping Minds, with a focus on Helping Minds Child, Youth and Family Services. The position will also provide quality intake services, meeting client needs efficiently and effectively, and facilitate this where needed for all Helping Minds programs.

Responsibilities of the role include: (not limited to):

• Participate in the Helping Minds intake system, answering telephone calls and enquiries, screening and assessing needs, prioritising and making appropriate follow up appointments, referrals and bookings for other support team members
• Develop and deliver specialised groups and workshops
• Attend networking events and stakeholder meetings and promote the service where appropriate.

About You

Minimum qualifications:

• Current Drivers License & a reliable vehicle
• Proof of Australian Working Rights
• A Diploma or Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling, or a related discipline that provides a sound understanding of knowledge of assessing and working with clients who may be at risk.

Candidates will also either have or be willing to obtain the following:

• National Police Clearance (within 6 months)
• First Aid Certificate
• Working with Children Card

Why You’ll Love Working Here

In addition to joining a professional and dynamic team, you will work in a supportive and positive environment with staff that live by Helping Minds’ values and have a strong focus on community needs. We understand the importance of health and wellbeing and offer an employee wellness program.

Additional benefits include:

• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 to increase your take-home pay
• 5 weeks annual leave p.a., increasing to 6 weeks after 3 years of service
• 2 extra wellness days p.a., increasing to 3 days after 3 years of service
• A robust Workplace Wellbeing Program
• Generous superannuation – 13%, increasing to 14% after 1 year of service
• Professional development and support around additional training
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program free confidential counselling
• A supportive, flexible work environment

Register Your Interest

If you’re interested in future Access and Inclusion Officer opportunities with Helping Minds, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your preferred location(s).

For more information, contact the Recruitment team on 08 9427 7100 or email recruitment@helpingminds.org.au

Please note this is an Expression of Interest to join our candidate pool. While submitting an application does not guarantee employment, suitable candidates may be contacted as opportunities become available.

Helping Minds Limited is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQIA, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience of mental health issues and of supporting family members with mental health issues.