Recovery Support Worker - Early intervention psychosocial response (EIPSR)

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Join EACH and Eastern Health in the Early Intervention Psychosocial Support Response as a Recovery Support Worker in Boronia. Manage a caseload of clients aged 16-65, delivering psychosocial supports to recovery goals with a strength-based approach. This 0.8 FTE role requires Friday availability for 12 months. Pay includes 11% super and salary packaging. Requirements: Bachelor in Mental Health or Community Health or equivalent, current Australian Driver’s Licence, and proven mental health case-work experience; ability to collaborate with Eastern Health Case Managers, clients, carers and Each peers. Tips: tailor your CV to highlight mental health and social model knowledge, show Friday availability, and apply early. For questions contact Maryanne Barbara. Applications close Tuesday 10 February 2026.

Job Description

The Early Intervention Psychosocial Support Response (EIPSR) program is a joint partnership between Eastern Health and Each providing both clinical and psychosocial supports to Mental Health Consumers incorporating a holistic strength-based approach enabling Consumers to identify their individual recovery needs.

• Part-time (0.8FTE - Must work Fridays) 12 month opportunity 
• Based in Boronia on the land of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people - Outreach position
• $44 - $48.99ph (depending on experience) + 11% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550 

As a Support Worker, you will be managing a caseload of clients whom you will assist resolve and/or reduce barriers to stable self-care with low intensity community supports or access higher intensity/duration supports to achieve therapeutic outcomes.

Responsibilities of the role: 

• Provide psychosocial support to clients (16-65 years) to achieve recovery goals.
• Empower clients to manage their mental health, make informed decisions, and build confidence.
• Enhance coping skills, reduce self-harm, and support daily living activities.
• Strengthen social skills and networks, including family and community connections.
• Support clients in accessing education, vocational training, and employment.
• Encourage a healthy lifestyle and reduce harmful behaviors.

Note: This role is not within the NDIS.

Who we are looking for 
We are looking for a flexible thinker with not only extensive experience, but also demonstrated skills and knowledge in Mental Health and the Social Model of Health to join our multidisciplinary Mental Health team. 

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• You must have experience as a Case Worker in mental health.
• Understanding of mental services interventions for responding to clients with complexity of needs.
• Understanding of vulnerabilities which people with psychosocial disabilities experience. 
• Ability to collaborate & work in partnership with Eastern Health Case Managers, Team Coordinator, your clients, carers, family and Each peer workers to assess, design & review client recovery plans.
• Ability to develop & maintain effective relationships within the team & with external stakeholders. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor qualification in Mental Health / Community Health or equivalent. 

• You will also require a current Australian Drivers Licence in this role.

Additional Information

What we offer
Each is committed to developing our people. At Each you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide: 

• Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like-minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care. 
• Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available for you and your family. 
• Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment. 
• Employee benefits - Maxxia offer a range of benefits to their salary packaging customers including cashback from over 400 retailers (including supermarkets, cinemas, travel, clothing retailers). 
• Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline-specific learning. 
• Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, ACT, TAS and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress. 

Next steps
To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to ‘Work With Us’ > ‘Careers’ > ‘Open Roles’ and search for this position. 
Questions? Contact Maryanne Barbara (Team Leader - EIPSR) at [email protected] 

Applications Close: Tuesday 10th Feb 2026
** Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today! ** 

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 
Thank you for your interest in joining Each! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

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