MHACA New Board and Annual Report

The MHACA AGM was held on November 30 and attendees heard about the work of MHACA over the last year.

The following members were appointed to the Board:

Chairperson – Peter Riley

Treasurer – Lavenia Saville

General Member – Mary Menotti

General Member – Ali Thorn

General Member – Susan Brooks

General Member – Duncan Leggoe

General Member – Marcus Tabart

General Member – Greg Bull

General Member – Stephanie Van Son

Annual Report

“It gives me great pleasure to present MHACA’s 2021 Annual report. The report highlights the many achievements of the organisation throughout 2020/21. We continue our work to lead and support a range of mental health initiatives in the region.

Our primary goal is supporting local communities with comprehensive and quality services and facilities that enhance peoples’ quality of life and enable them to manage and potentially resolve any mental health issues that may impact their lives.”

Peter Riley, MHACA Chair

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MHACA is seeking an experienced Housing and Homelessness Support Worker to assist people living with mental health challenges who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to access and maintain safe and secure accommodation.

The role provides practical, strengths-based support through advocacy, case management, financial planning, living skills education and referrals to other services. The successful candidate will work with participants to identify their goals, develop support plans and address psychosocial barriers to maintaining stable housing.

We are looking for someone with experience in complex case management, an understanding of tenancy management and the homelessness sector, and the ability to build effective relationships with participants and stakeholders. Experience working in a cross-cultural setting or a demonstrated understanding of cultural safety and cultural competence is essential.

Full time and ongoing – 38 hours per week.

Salary $93,201.99 – $100,286.94 (MHACA EBA/SCHADS Level 4) plus 12% super and generous salary sacrifice.

MHACA also offers six weeks annual leave, 11 days personal leave, a $400 annual Wellbeing Allowance, professional development opportunities and flexible, family-friendly workplace policies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and transferable skills will be considered.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 16 September 2026.

For the Position Description and information on how to apply, visit: www.mhaca.org.au/2026/09/03/housing-and-homelessness-support-worker-2/

#NowHiring #HousingSupport #HomelessnessSupport #CommunityServices #mentalhealth #centralaustralia #alicesprings #mparntwe ##macarenachallenge
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MHACA is seeking an experienced Housing and Homelessness Support Worker to assist people living with mental health challenges who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to access and maintain safe and secure accommodation.

The role provides practical, strengths-based support through advocacy, case management, financial planning, living skills education and referrals to other services. The successful candidate will work with participants to identify their goals, develop support plans and address psychosocial barriers to maintaining stable housing.

We are looking for someone with experience in complex case management, an understanding of tenancy management and the homelessness sector, and the ability to build effective relationships with participants and stakeholders. Experience working in a cross-cultural setting or a demonstrated understanding of cultural safety and cultural competence is essential.

Full time and ongoing – 38 hours per week.

Salary $93,201.99 – $100,286.94 (MHACA EBA/SCHADS Level 4) plus 12% super and generous salary sacrifice.

MHACA also offers six weeks annual leave, 11 days personal leave, a $400 annual Wellbeing Allowance, professional development opportunities and flexible, family-friendly workplace policies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and transferable skills will be considered.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 16 September 2026.

For the Position Description and information on how to apply, visit: https://www.mhaca.org.au/2026/09/03/housing-and-homelessness-support-worker-2/

#NowHiring #HousingSupport #HomelessnessSupport #CommunityServices #MentalHealth #CentralAustralia #AliceSprings #Mparntwe ##macarenachallenge

đŸ“£ The latest edition of MHACA’s Mental Health Matters is out now! Catch up on the latest news, events and updates from MHACA and our community.

đŸ‘‰ Read the September edition - mailchi.mp/ed1325cb9d68/mental-health-matters-5874925

#MentalHealthMatters #MHACA #MentalHealth #Community #CentralAustralia #Mparntwe #AliceSprings
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đŸ“£ The latest edition of MHACA’s Mental Health Matters is out now! Catch up on the latest news, events and updates from MHACA and our community. 

đŸ‘‰ Read the September edition - https://mailchi.mp/ed1325cb9d68/mental-health-matters-5874925

#MentalHealthMatters #MHACA #MentalHealth #Community #CentralAustralia #Mparntwe #AliceSprings
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