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headspace Castle Hill & Parramatta are looking for a dedicated Administration Support Officer to join the team!The position available is:Closed-term full-time until June 2025 (76 hours per fortnight)Working between our Castle Hill & Parramatta officesWorking Monday to Friday$30.73 p/h base rate + 11.5% Super + Tax-Free Salary PackagingAbout the Opportunityheadspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs. headspace provides young people with the opportunity to seek help early. headspace brings together local health services under the one roof making it easier for young people and their families to find the information they need.In this role, you will be responsible for being the first point of contact for inquiries, as well as providing a broad range of administrative support functions for the headspace Parramatta & Castle Hill teams including:Providing day to day office assistance to the operations of headspaceProviding a full range of reception services, including meeting and greeting of visitors whilst maintaining a clean, safe and inviting environment for visitorsMaking appointments for young people to see clinicians, including SMS reminders and maintaining waiting listsProcessing MBS claims and coordinating the Medicare billing and client booking systemPerforming duties as the main point of contact for the office for all administrative matters, and as otherwise specified by the Clinical & Operations Manager and/or the Clinical Practice ManagerThis role requires that you be the first point of contact for young people who are often in crisis so it is essential that you have a high level of emotional intelligence and are comfortable working around children and youth.For more information about what it means to be an Administration Support Officer, please review the .About headspace and Flourish AustraliaOne in four young people have experienced a mental health issue in the past 12 months – a higher prevalence than all other age groups. headspace provides early intervention mental health services to young people who present with mental health issues, along with assistance in promoting young peoples’ wellbeing. This covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services. More information about headspace can be found at:Flourish Australia has a long and proud history of providing recovery-oriented mental health services in Australia. We offer a range of services to meet the different needs of those with a lived experience of a mental health issue. This includes help with finding a home that is safe and secure, assistance with training and getting a job, or encouragement to develop friendships and learn new things. Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs.Our positions are open to all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island backgrounds, people from CALD and LGBTI communities and mature age candidates.Selection CriteriaEssential:Possession of qualifications in business management, administration, finance, or human resourcesMinimum 3 years experience in an administrative role, preferably within the community services sectorAbility to demonstrate an in depth knowledge of allied health/medical practice managementA clear understanding and knowledge of Medicare billing, Electronic Medical Records, and the Australian health systemProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerpointYou will be a caring and understanding individual, with strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, as well as effective organisational skills, good problem solving skills and the ability to work in challenging situations. You will also be able to demonstrate a practical and optimistic approach and the ability to work effectively within a team environment as well as independently.For more information contact Holly Greenlees, Clinical and Operations Manager. E: (please do not email applications).About the BenefitsThe successful applicant will join an organisation that recognises and values its people as demonstrated by:Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading and2 additional days of personal leave + extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + paid parental leaveFamily-friendly and flexible working conditionsOpportunities for career progression, professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid and ASISTEmployee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing supportRegular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction programInclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staffEmployee discounts at 350+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc.)All appointments with Flourish Australia's Mental Health Services are subject to a National Criminal History Check, a Working With Children Check, previous employment reference checks, satisfactory Australian residency status and other background checks. All successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including booster) prior to commencement, inline with Flourish Australia’s Vaccination Policy and will be required to declare any private or secondary employment prior to commencement in line with Flourish Australia's Private or Secondary Employment Policy.How to ApplyTo apply for this position, please complete the questions below. You will then be asked to attach a copy of your resume on the following page, we encourage you to have your resume up-to-date and available before you commence the application.Applications close August 9th at 5pm, apply today!Flourish Australia
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