Esperance: Headspace Centre Manager (Full Time)

We are always looking for passionate people who are up for the challenge to join our team. We boldly tackle the toughest challenges in Western Australia and walk with our clients, wherever it takes us, for however long we are needed.
Our dedicated staff and volunteers fully engage in the local communities in which they are based, and endeavour to work with individuals, families and communities to deliver services that best meet our client needs. Guided by our values, we focus on opportunities for community members to re-engage and participate positively in the community.
It isn't always easy. It isn't always fun. But it can be so incredibly rewarding. If you want to make a genuine difference to the lives of Western Australian's who need it most, then a role at Hope Community Services could be for you.
Students Please Note:
We have filled our metro student placement opportunities for 2023 and are no longer taking applications.
Our Team
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I feel privileged to have a role in people's lives, at a point of vulnerability. The opportunity to use my skills to ensure that our programs meet our vision of empowering people to take back control of their lives inspires me daily."

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I love working for an organisation that has a strong social impact agenda and who go where many other organisations do not. We reach the most isolated and remote parts of WA and ensure that quality services are available for everyone."

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I was drawn to HOPE because of the organisational commitment to working regionally and alongside Traditional Owners to create better health and social impacts and outcomes statewide"
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HOPE's mission and vision resonate with me. I am passionate about working alongside communities to address social inequalities, family violence, and mental health / trauma and I am lucky enough to work for an organisation that is also passionate about supporting those facing the toughest challenges."

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HOPE is firm, confident and transparent in its commitment to provide social and emotional wellbeing services to those most in need in WA. This aligns with my own values and aspirations in the social services sector."

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Since starting work with HOPE I've found that the team's passion and commitment to ongoing improvement and innovation matches my own. They are ready to listen and open to change"
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I love working at HOPE as I am passionate about young people being able to access quality services and youth workers to support them on their journey to make positive choices for their future and for the future of their community."

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HOPE hasprovided me with the opportunity to begin working in a field I love. It is a supportive and caring environment that has given me room for growth both professionally and personally.
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Living a value-based life and sharing the same passions and aspirations as HOPE makes going to work an exciting venture every day. The support from my peers and the rewarding work we all do keeps me constantly fighting for health promotion and change."

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Working for HOPE provides me with the opportunity to get involved and make positive changes in people's lives."

Why work for HOPE? In addition to working for a not-for-profit organisation with great people in a rewarding role, a career at HOPE also offers:

• Salary packaging benefits
• Flexible working hours and locations (where applicable to role)
• Grow with HOPE -Opportunity for career progression - our "
  Promote from within"
  culture
• Grow with HOPE -Generous and extensive training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to travel within Western Australia
• Unity in Diversity - our staff reflect ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion.

To find out more about a career at Hope Community Services, email our People &
Culture Team. Do you want to help empower people in your community while learning and growing your skills?
HOPE is a community managed organisation working in the alcohol and other drugs, justice and mental health fields. HOPE provides services across Western Australia supporting people who are most marginalised and who have the most complex needs.
HOPE recognises that the people we serve need access to spaces that are safe and inviting so relationships can begin and flourish. Key to success is having staff and students who are committed and capable in developing healthy enduring relationships with clients and stakeholders in the communities we operate in.
We have services in the following locations, in which you can place your Expression of interest:
Head Office
Metro
Goldfields
Midwest
Our Culture
HOPE strives to provide a safe workplace and promotes progressive policies that prioritise the health, safety and unique needs of our team. Hope's ambition is to be an employer of choice by supporting students (who hopefully turn into staff in the future) to grow, learn, innovate and achieve their potential. We invest in developing our people to sustain the workforce built on 'growing our own'. For students we will provide supervision, training and support. By doing a placement with HOPE you'll be learning valuable skills while helping the community.
In your cover letter please elaborate on which service and region you would like to be considered for, if you are selected to move forward you will be sent a series of screening questions.
Please note:
Unfortunately student placements are limited each year, as we want to ensure a high quality training and supervision is provided. Applications will progress based on alignment of personal and organisation values, merit and relevance of study
HOPE recognises that the people we serve need access to spaces that are safe and inviting so relationships can begin and flourish. Key to success is having staff and volunteers who are committed and capable in developing healthy enduring relationships with clients and stakeholders in the communities we operate in.
We have services in the following locations, in which you can place your Expression of interest to volunteers and get involved:
As aResidential Support Worker,you will work with other staff to carry out the day to day, routine and upkeep of the Bail house. You will work with young people to build rapport based on trust and respect, and help work to develop goals and strategies to manage their wellbeing. You will respond to mental health concerns and behaviour in a non-judgmental and compassionate manner.
Shifts are varied. There is a mixture of weekday shifts, weekday evening/overnight shifts and weekend day/overnight shifts. Staff work a mixture of shifts as part of their role.
Ideally, you will have experience in working with vulnerable young people and knowledge of the issues impacting young people in the Youth Justice system. This understanding will give you the ability to navigate difficult behavioural situations. You will show commitment to HOPE's vision, mission and values and understand how to work respectfully and in a culturally secure way with Aboriginal communities and individuals. It is desirable to be working towards a Certificate IV in Youth, Mental Health, and/ or Community Services with some experience.
As aResidential Support Worker,you will work with other staff to carry out the day to day, routine and upkeep of the Bail house. You will work with young people to build rapport based on trust and respect, and help work to develop goals and strategies to manage their wellbeing. You will respond to mental health concerns and behaviour in a non-judgmental and compassionate manner.
Shifts are varied. There is a mixture of weekday shifts, weekday evening/overnight shifts and weekend day/overnight shifts. Staff work a mixture of shifts as part of their role.
Ideally, you will have experience in working with vulnerable young people and knowledge of the issues impacting young people in the Youth Justice system. This understanding will give you the ability to navigate difficult behavioural situations. You will show commitment to HOPE's vision, mission and values and understand how to work respectfully and in a culturally secure way with Aboriginal communities and individuals. It is desirable to be working towards a Certificate IV in Youth, Mental Health, and/ or Community Services with some experience.
Hope Community Servicesis introducing Peer workers across our Community Alcohol and other Drugs Service.
Peer Workers at HOPE work are valued members of our Community Alcohol and Drug Services (CADS) teams where they help to connect HOPE with the local community and deliver services.
The Peer Worker's responsibilities include:

• Acting as a first point of contact for clients
• Working alongside the participants and the counsellor/educator to identify goals that are important to the participant.
• Supporting participants to connect in the community
• Facilitating support groups
• Keeping records of service delivery using our online client management system

As a Peer Worker you will also be supported to advocate for consumer rights and provide feedback to the Primary Health Networks regarding barriers to services.

• Part Time, 1 day a week, located in Esperance.

About the Role:

Our headspace GPs work with young people aged 12-25, around mental health, sexual health, drugs and alcohol, preventative healthcare and other physical health problems. Having a GP on site allows providing bulk billing services to young people allows for access a wider range of health options, all under one roof. click apply for full job details