Autism Consumer Consultant

at  The Royal Melbourne Hospital

Job Description
Autism Consumer Consultant
Req ID: 2543
Posting Start Date: 23/01/2025
Advertisement End Date: 13/02/2025
Work Location: Waratah Community Health Service
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Job Description:

ROYAL MELBOURNE HOSPITAL

• Be a part of a dynamic and committed Consumer Lived Experience team.
• You will work in the Mental Health Autism Consultation and Evaluation Service (MH-ACES) team - a small, dedicated team of professionals seeking the best support and outcome for our consumers who are diagnosed with Autism.
• Part time ongoing role, 16 hours per fortnight.

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?

If this opportunity resonates with you and you have the experience and qualifications we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply without delay. We’re reviewing applications and scheduling interviews immediately. Advertising may cease prior to the stated closing date. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out using the contact details above.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check.
Please note: This position is for applicants only. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies or third-party representatives.
The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.

• Use your lived experience to collaborate with the MH-ACES team. Inform and support the team as someone who is part of the Autistic community.
• You will be providing peer support and resources to people who have recently been diagnosed with Autism.
• This lived experience role is highly valued within the MH-ACES team and is on site Tuesdays at our Waratah Clinic in Moonee Ponds.
• Build your knowledge of the Public Mental Health system, to contribute to positive change within it.