Impressions of the mental health systems in NSW – Survey for workers
News | Posted on 16th Jan 2023
This survey is being run by Mental Health Coordinating Council, the Australian Psychological Society, the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. There has been consultation with consumers and carers in creating the survey.
Staying well during the holiday season – 2022 Edition
News | Posted on 20th Dec 2022
This time of year brings many different emotions for people. There can be a disconnect between how Christmastime is shown and spoken about and the reality. If you are feeling low at this time, you can reach out. Many services continue to be available during holiday periods.
Mental Health matters for everyone, everyday – Term 1 2023 Open for Enrolments
News | Posted on 13th Dec 2022
When we think about mental health, we often envisage the significant symptoms that impact people. What we forget to think of is our mental health and wellbeing as something that needs nurturing and self-check-ins. Whether you are a person with lived experience, a carer or professional, your mental health matters!
Term 1 2023 Course Guide Launch Event
Event | Posted on 23rd Nov 2022
Save the Date!
Certificate IV in Mental Health – Sydney Opportunity for Fee-Free Training
Event | Posted on 22nd Nov 2022
Welcome to new WSRC Educators
News | Posted on 17th Oct 2022
At the heart of the Western Sydney Recovery College are the Educators who bring their skills and lived experience to each class and real understanding of recovery in mental health.
Western Sydney LHD Mental Health Month Invitation
Event | Posted on 17th Oct 2022
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) has invited the One Door community to their Mental Health Month community awareness events at Blacktown CBD 20 October and Parramatta CBD 27 October.
A note about participating in online workshops
News | Posted on 10th Oct 2022
When you attend a recovery college workshop online, please make sure you’re present and able to actively participate.
Welcome to WSRC Term 4 2022
News | Posted on 20th Sep 2022
Western Sydney Recovery College would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
Tuning in to Hope and Learning for Mental Health Month
News | Posted on 19th Sep 2022
This October is Mental Health Month and Wayahead have continued for the third and final year with the theme “Tune In”. This time, the extension of the theme is encouraging us to “Tune in to Hope and Learning”.
Help celebrate 10 years of the bridge walk for mental health
Event | Posted on 22nd Aug 2022
The Wellness Walk is a bridge walk for mental health. It is a family-friendly fun event to promote mental health awareness and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. The Wellness Walk is a part of the national Mental Health Month.
Have Your Say – Mental Health Commission – Making Connections 2022
News | Posted on 28th Jul 2022
Share your experience
Term 3 Focus on What is Mental Health?
News | Posted on 4th Jul 2022
Understanding more about the drivers and recovery journey of those of us who experience mental illness can help us support others and ourselves.
Position Available – Community Engagement Officer
News | Posted on 20th Jun 2022
Title: Community Engagement officer
Area/Region: Western Sydney Recovery College
Role Reports To: Manager, Recovery College
Location: Parramatta (with some travel)
Hours: 15.2 hours per week (negotiable)
Salary: SCHADS Level 3, paypoint depending upon skills and experience. Enhanced by generous salary packaging entitlements.
Position Available – Pasifika Peer Educator
News | Posted on 16th May 2022
Working with the Pacific Community
Mental Health Peer Educators
Casual position
Located in Western Sydney
SCHADS Level 4
The program
From Self-Advocacy to Learning Presentation Skills in Term 2
News | Posted on 19th Apr 2022
This term, the Skills for Life stream features an advocacy journey. Learn about what self-advocacy is, practice self-advocacy skills, learn about how you can become a peer advocate and develop presentation skills to take your mental health advocacy to the next level.
Schizophrenia Awareness Week – One Door Symposium 2022
Event | Posted on 6th Apr 2022
On Monday 23rd and Wednesday 25th May, join One Door Mental Health in our annual symposium as we share the latest insights, promote inclusive behaviour and encourage a purposeful and meaningful life amongst the creative and passionate community living with schizophrenia.
Positions Available – Peer Educator
News | Posted on 4th Apr 2022
Job No: ODMH220 Location: Parramatta
Positions Available – Professional Educator
News | Posted on 4th Apr 2022
Job No: ODMH218 Location: Parramatta
Strength, Hope and Determination: Celebrating 50 years of women
Event | Posted on 2nd Mar 2022
Join us on International Women’s Day as we launch our publication recognising the proud history of NSW’s women mental health reformers.
About this event
Date: 8 March, 2022 Time: 9 - 9:45am
The ALIVE Lived-Experience National Priorities Survey
News | Posted on 9th Feb 2022
Mental Health Commission of NSW Survey of People with Lived Experience
News | Posted on 9th Feb 2022
The Mental Health Commission of NSW is inviting people with lived experience of mental health concerns and as carers and family members to provide feedback to help the Commission to be more effective in its work.
How to Search Workshops & Programs by Stream
News | Posted on 2nd Feb 2022
Did you know you can search the workshops and programs on the WSRC website by stream?
Join our next Student Voice Virtual Cafe – 22 February 2022, 4pm
Event | Posted on 25th Jan 2022
Whether you are a new student, a student very familiar with what we do, or someone who has not yet attended a workshop, we would love to hear from you!
A note about why having your video camera on matters
News | Posted on 12th Jan 2022
When you attend a recovery college workshop online, please turn on your camera.
Term 1 2022 Enrolments Open – Reconnect, Learn & Grow
News | Posted on 12th Jan 2022
After a second year impacted by the pandemic, we are even more aware of the mental health impacts of uncertainty, lockdowns and isolation. We are also aware that returning to some semblance of ‘normal’, the relaxation of restrictions, the social anxieties of reconnecting with people and the worries of the festive season may be impacting mental health concerns as well.
Staying well during the holiday season – 2021 Edition
News | Posted on 14th Dec 2021
This time of year can be difficult. Add to this a new COVID variant, coming out of lockdown and opening up, there are many situations that might increase anxieties this year. If things start to feel overwhelming, please reach out to support services, links for which we have provided here.
NSW COVID-19 Mental Health Impacts – Invitation to Complete Mental Health Commission Survey
News | Posted on 24th Nov 2021
The Mental Health Commission of NSW is seeking the views of people across NSW who experienced impacts on their mental health and wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic and NSW lockdowns.
Position Available – Professional Educator
News | Posted on 9th Nov 2021
Casual positions
Located in Western Sydney
Schads Level 5
About One Door
Consumer and Carer Survey – Physical and Mental Health (Equally Well and Lived Experience Australia)
News | Posted on 3rd Nov 2021