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1 Position Profile Last Updated: 4 May 2016 Review Date: June 2016 Position Title & Number Consultant Carer Peer Support (2197) Division & Team Carer Wellbeing / Carer Support Disability Location Based in Narre Warren and working in Glen Waverley as required. Award and Classification Staff EBA; Level 3 Annual Gross / Base Hourly Rate Contract Type & Attendance Weekly Hours & Days Benefits Fixed Term: until June Subject to govt funding. Two & half days per week. Monday Tuesday & Thursday preferred Employer super and option of salary packaging Our Vision, Mission and Values Who are we? UnitingCare lifeassist is a not-for-profit organisation that is at the forefront of developing innovative client directed programs that assist individuals to live independent lives at home and in the community. We provide a range of services from information and referral to short and long term case management. What is our goal? Our vision is to be a leading community organisation that seeks to create A Good Life For All by empowering people to make positive choices about their care and lifestyle. What is our mission how do we do it? Our mission is to work with individuals, families and carers of people who may be marginalized or disadvantaged due to cognitive, physical or mental health issues, by exploring options and assisting them in achieving their goals. What do we believe in? We believe in developing right relationships built on mutual trust, respect, integrity, openness and transparency. Our People At lifeassist, we are passionate about promoting disability solutions, positive ageing and carer wellbeing. We hold ourselves accountable for driving innovation in being client centred, thought leaders and efficient users of resources. Our people are: Version: 2.0 Page 1 of 7

2 Role Statement Position Title and Number Purpose Program Consultant Carer Peer Support (2197) The Consultant Carer Peer Support works in partnership with the Carer Support Team, Customer Service Team and external stakeholders to deliver flexible support services that meet the individual needs of carers and their families, including: Coordinating and facilitating peer support groups and activities; Providing education, information and building capacity Networking with external organisations to provide information to carers in the wider community. Mental Health Respite Carers Support Options (MHRCSO) The objective of the Program is to assist carers of people with mental illness to sustain their caring roles and maintain connection with their communities, by increasing access to flexible, innovative carer support services. Carer Support is short term one-one work with a Carer that assists the carer to achieve balance between their caring role and other aspects of their life, with a focus on carer wellbeing. My Clients Carers and families of people with severe & persistent mental illness (a diagnosable disorder that significantly interferes with an individual s cognitive emotional or social abilities). In this region, individuals with a diagnosis of Autism are only eligible where there are no other services available to them. The program focuses on carers of those with a mental illness in the following target groups: Indigenous carers; Carers with cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds; Older parent carers; Young carers; Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex carers; Regions serviced include the Southern Metropolitan Region (SMR) - Greater Dandenong, Casey, Cardinia. My Stakeholders Reports To External: Carers, Care recipients, Department of Social services (DSS), service providers and organisations relevant to families, carers and mental illness. Internal: All lifeassist including Work Colleagues, Supervisor and Executive Manager, Finance, Quality, ICT, Customer Service Team, People & Quality Team. Program Manager Carer Support Disability Version: 2.0 Page 2 of 7

3 Responsible for Working as part of a team to achieve the overall program goal of supporting primary carers and individuals identified as secondary carers in the family or caring relationship annually. Responsibilities Delegations Received 1. Comply with the lifeassist Delegations Policy. 2. Assist with the delivery of the Strategy Implementation Plan (Reference to Strategy Implementation Plan Obligations for responsible strategies) and Carer Support Disability Team Plan. My Responsibilities 1. Manage the day-to-day affairs of the responsibility areas in accordance with policies and procedures including. 1.1 Develop and Coordinate Peer Support Program. Coordinate administrative functions of the carer peer support groups including program content, engaging providers or guest speakers, registration records, minutes and undertaking evaluation. Maintain accurate and up to date case notes on the client information system. Document, monitor, and review peer support needs and budget according to specific internal program guidelines. Provide monthly report to program manager regarding support group attendance; achievements; any operational issues and broader service sector gaps. In consultation with the Program Manager and the team, coordinate and facilitate regular opportunities to raise awareness and educate about mental health and carer issues; promote the program and identify eligible carers to both relevant external organisations and Meet compliance with funding and organisational requirements. 1.2 Coordinate and administer Carer Peer Initiatives, Events / Activities. Design, plan and implement peer program initiatives including educational opportunities for carers relevant to mental health. Organise cost effective resources according to budget. Promotion and Advertising. Registrations. Plan, facilitate and evaluate activities and events. Report and make recommendations regarding activities and events to relevant 1.3 Using lived experience, apply a strengths based, person-centred approach to provide Carer Peer Support including: Meet with carers as part of peer support program activities and / or individually. Support carers to explore issues and formulate strategies to sustain them in their current role. Foster development of effective communication strategies and selfcare skills. Version: 2.0 Page 3 of 7

4 Provide information about mental health, caring for a loved one and available services. Encourage the carer to access appropriate carer supports including the LifeAssist MHRSCO Carer Support Program where applicable. 2. Deliver high quality service and positive outcomes for my clients and 3. Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships with my clients and all stakeholders with a focus on integrity, respect and accountability. 4. Implement best practice principles in my work through professional and personal development, including keeping abreast of legislative and community sector changes. 5. Actively participate in organisational life including, performance management, team and divisional meetings, agency events and committees. 6. Demonstrate lifeassist s culture and values in work practice and in interpersonal relationships with a focus on confidentiality, accountability, respect, diligence, integrity, commitment and effectiveness. Success Markers Required Outcomes Success Markers Description A B C DELIGHTED CLIENTS INFLUENTIAL AND PRO-ACTIVE TEAM MEMBER HIGHLY ENGAGED TEAM MEMBER 1. Work in partnership with client keeping in mind the Touch Point Standards and Guiding Principles of LifeAssist; as evidenced through dated notes, supervision and client feedback. 2. Support Clients to achieve progress towards documented person centred goal-directed outcomes. 3. Effective management of feedback according to P&P in order to initiate resolution of complaints and celebrate successes. 1. Clear and professional communication with service providers as evidenced by dated notes, service documentation and care plans. 2. Seek representation on one or more of the following: network meeting, committee or working group (internal/ external). 3. Seek to attend one or more professional development training opportunities (internal / external) per year. 4. Support LifeAssist to implement the strategic direction as relevant to Consultant and team as per current documents. 1. Participate actively and honestly in annual Team Denison Survey. 2. Treat team members according to LifeAssist Guiding Principles. 3. Support our team by participating in team initiatives, as per outcomes from cultural survey. Version: 2.0 Page 4 of 7

5 D SATISFIED ORGANISATIONAL FUNDERS 1. Work according to the Government guidelines as per individual programs. 2. Targets set by division are met as stated in individual staff Success marker document. 3. Managing individualised program / client budgets, according to written direction from Management. 4. Maintain accurate and up to date administrative records to meet audit compliance standards as set by funders. E BUSINESS GROWTH 1. Positively promote lifeassist through networking as opportunities arise. 2. Actively contribute to achieving the minimum target number of referrals required for the Carer Wellbeing division. 3. Deliver presentations to different services or groups of individuals as stated in individual staff Success marker document. Capabilities Knowledge Experience Skills Experience A lived experience of caring for an individual living with a mental illness is an essential requirement of this role. Experience in coordinating and facilitating effective support groups. Experience in one or more of the following target groups: Indigenous carers. Carers with cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Older parent carers. Young carers. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex carers. Experience in working with young people in schools and / or community services. Demonstrated experience working with external service organisations in the community sector. Knowledge Demonstrated high level of understanding and knowledge of: The relevant issues facing carers, families and professionals for whom they care. The issues relevant to families and professionals caring for those with complex needs. Relevant health and community based service support systems in the Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia region of Melbourne. Current trends, practices, policies and legislation in relation to supporting carers of people with mental illness; in their communities. Understanding of Victorian mental health sector and the principles that underpin the work and legislation relevant to the program. Version: 2.0 Page 5 of 7

6 Interpersonal Skills Articulates clear and respectful messages and information to carers and all Demonstrated ability to utilise strategies to facilitate collaborative relationships with all Ability to work effectively as a team member or autonomously with minimum supervision. Demonstrate cultural awareness in communications with all Facilitate social inclusion through community networks. Manage conflict and achieve positive outcomes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Skills High level time management skills. Confidence and the ability to utilise MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) with Power Point desirable. Excellent record keeping and report writing skills. Ability to maintain accurate expenditure records. Ability to enter and maintain accurate and up to date information on a Client Information System. Procura desirable. Attributes An understanding of the vision, mission and values of UC lifeassist and a commitment to the cultural framework that guides our professional and personal relationships. Self-confident, focused and be able to set appropriate personal boundaries. High degree of planning and organisational skill necessary to manage administrative tasks and a busy caseload in the face of competing demands. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills utilised in developing collaborative relationships with clients, work colleagues and all The ability to establish respectful working relationships with carers with diverse backgrounds. The ability to raise concerns or issues with other team members or direct supervisor if required, in a timely manner and work constructively towards a positive resolution. Motivated, positive with a results focused outlook. Qualifications A relevant tertiary qualification and experience in mental health, general health, disability, or welfare sectors. Examples of relevant qualifications are degree or diploma or equivalent in health or social sciences Social Work; Psychology; Counseling. Version: 2.0 Page 6 of 7

7 Licences Permits Consent to undertake lifeassist s employee checks processes: Essential Police Check (Australia): Essential Working with Children Check: Essential A current Driver s License: Essential International Police Check where applicable- if individual has a period of residence of 12 months or more in an overseas country during the last 10 years Right to Work in Australia: Essential Version: 2.0 Page 7 of 7