Be part of a collaborative team of fellow family members passionate about supporting youth mental health and wellbeingOpportunity to provide your lived experience and expertise to help shape headspace governance and servicesMake a difference to young people by joining a leading youth mental health organisationFully remote casual positionWhat is headspace Nationalheadspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia.
Recognised nationally, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family, access vital support through our headspace services in over 154 communities across Australia.
To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.About the roleWork with a team of other family members to inform, advise and collaborate on a range of participation opportunities across headspace NationalGet paid to contribute your lived experience and expertise in the governance and services planning, design, delivery and continuous improvement of headspace NationalComplete training and professional development in advocacy, safe storytelling and much moreWho we're looking forheadspace is seeking people who have lived experience as a family member supporting a young person through mental health or social and emotional wellbeing challenges.
At headspace, the term family may include parents, caregivers, siblings, partners, Elders, kin, mentors and other community members who are viewed by the young person as people who play a significant emotional, cultural, faith-based or other role in their life.We are looking for family members who:Have a passion for youth mental health and family inclusive practiceAre willing and safely able to share lived experience and have appropriate supports in placeAre able to manage and balance other schedules and responsibilities with this casual positionAre able to participate in group discussions and work within a teamIdeally have had a connection with a mental health service whilst supporting a young personWe are keen to hear from people from all backgrounds and life experiences, including those who:Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait IslanderAre from multicultural backgroundsLive in a regional, rural or remote communityNo matter your background or identity, we want to hear from you.What's on offerA workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to workExcellent hourly rate of $31.38 + 25% casual loadingProfessional development opportunitiesTravel opportunities, paid by headspace NationalHow to applyClick on 'Apply Now' to view the position description, and to complete your applicationYour application must include your resume and answers to the application formFor more information contact Alana, Participation Coordinator, ****** close 17 January 2025To be eligible for this position you must:Have the right to live and work in AustraliaHold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) for your home state or territorySatisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Checkheadspace is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, celebrated, and can contribute meaningfully.
We encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity to enhance the depth of skill and insight within our workforce.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects, and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.
headspace will provide reasonable personalisation for all candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process.
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