Partnering and Getting Involved
BECOME A MEMBER
Membership is free and we encourage people with an interest in mental health to join us. To join simply fill in the application form and return it to Pathways SouthWest Inc. As per our constitution your application will need to be endorsed by two existing members. Membership is valid for five years from the date of commencement.
CONSUMERS AND CARERS
Consumers and carers have input into their care plans and the services they receive. They can take on advisory roles within the service including Board of Management positions. Consumers and Carers can receive training to take on group facilitation roles with their peers.
PARTNERS
Pathways SouthWest partners with many individuals including Consumers and Carers plus organisations in order to ensure that people receive the most appropriate service.
Our partners include:
- Bunbury Mental Health Services (WACHS)
- Carers WA
- City of Bunbury
- Department of Communities
- Department of Communities – Housing
- Drug and Alcohol Service (St John of God)
- Headspace (Bunbury)
- Helping Minds
- Mental Health Commission
- Mental Illness Fellowship of WA
Pathways SouthWest employment opportunities are advertised through SEEK and advertised on our Website at in the Work With Us page
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are welcome to assist with our services e.g. within the Recovery team, Carers program, administration and transportation. Volunteers bring their own life experiences and learn new skills within a supportive environment, which includes the ability to attend training.
EMPLOYMENT
The organisation employs people from various backgrounds including those with a lived experience of mental illness. Vacancies are advertised widely including on this website. Relevant experience and qualifications are sort including Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Community Services and Business. Potential employees must have a high level of interpersonal skills and have a passion for working in mental health.