The OpportunityThe position of Parent Outreach Support Worker is a key role that provides an early intervention response to first time and new mothers assessed as vulnerable in their parenting, with a focus on but not limited to mothers experiencing or at risk of mental health challenges. The Parenting Support Outreach Worker role focusses on supporting mothers in their own environment so requires travel throughout the City of Boroondara, although the role is based in Ashburton. The role reports directly to the Senior Manager Camcare and is part of a team of two Outreach Support Workers. Receives referrals from and works closely with Maternal and Child Health in the City of Boroondara.ResponsibilitiesProvide an outreach support service to vulnerable new mums across the City of BoroondaraDeliver a flexible outreach response, which could include client engagement, risk assessment, counselling, parenting strategies, information, advocacy, and referralProvide group facilitation when requiredRisk managementFile managementNetworking with internal and external stakeholders Skills & ExperienceTertiary qualifications in Social Work, Nursing, Early Childhood, Psychology or related disciplineMinimum of 2 years’ experience in delivering a casework or counselling practice in an outreach settingMinimum of 2 years’ experience working with clients in the areas of mental health, child and baby development and parenting (especially of babies and infants)Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software applicationsEffective time management and prioritisation skillsAbility to be self-directedMust have a valid driver’s licence Culture & BenefitsPeople love working at Access Health & Community because we offer:Generous salary packaging opportunitiesOpportunity to purchase additional leaveCommitment to work-life balancePaid parental leaveAnnual Leave Loading About Access Health & CommunityWe are a not for profit community health organisation operating in more than twelve locations across Melbourne. With caring at our centre, our mission is to build healthier lives together with our communities and deliver excellent health services for all. AccessHC delivers medical, health and community services for all ages. We employ over 250 employees across Eastern Melbourne. To ApplyPlease submit your application through Seek including your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Please refer to the position description on the website for the key selection criteria and further information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/ Applications close DATE: 28th November 2021 Access Health and Community is a Child Safe OrganisationAccess Health and Community is committed to protecting the health and safety of our workers and those who attend our services. As per Access policy and the Victorian Government public health order, successful applicants will need to provide evidence of their COVID Vaccination prior to appointment.Access Health and Community is a provider of disability services. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a NDIS Screening Check and if necessary, an International Police check prior to any appointment. Access Health and Community actively encourages applications from Aboriginal peoples and people from a culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgroundPosition Description AUDMelbourne