Centacare has an opening for a Mental Health Worker to join our Eating Disorder Support Services (EDSS) Program. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed-term position until 30 June 2025, with the possibility of extension based on funding.

About the Role

In this role, you will provide non-clinical, recovery-oriented support to individuals experiencing eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. Support is delivered face-to-face, via telephone, and through community-based outreach to ensure accessible and inclusive care.

Key Responsibilities

• Use recovery-focused, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and holistic approaches to support clients.
• Empower individuals to build capacity, find hope, and take steps toward sustained recovery.
• Provide information on clinical and non-clinical services, offering appropriate referrals as needed.
• Deliver educational sessions to community groups, organizations, and schools.
• Strengthen the reach of the program by identifying new ways to engage with target communities.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about mental health recovery, community outreach, and empowering individuals on their journey to wellness.

See attached position description for full details.

What you need to bring

• Minimum qualification Certificate IV in Mental Health or equivalent
• Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check
• Proven experience working with or understanding of the complex needs of people living with an eating disorder
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to do some work outside of standard hours when required
• Experience using Penelope electronic client management system

What's in it for you

• SCHCADS Award 2010 Level 4 $43.08 per hour + super
• Generous Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Join an experienced, well-qualified and professional team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 6 weeks' parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' for secondary carers
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa

Who we are

Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.

To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Family Services - Our Story

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter (as one document) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role as outlined in the position description. To access the position description or submit your application click on the Apply button.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Jessica Hickey on 08 8215 6819.

Applications close 5pm on Tuesday, 25 March 2025.

Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

With respect, no agencies please.