Orygen
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LEADING THE REVOLUTION IN YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH
We believe that all young people deserve to grow into adulthood with optimal mental health. Everything we do is focused on that outcome.
Most mental health disorders begin between the early teens to the mid-20s. One in five young people will have experienced a depressive episode by the time they turn 18. We believe in treating early and focusing on recovery. Pioneering reform to deliver real-world practical solutions. Never settling for anything less than what young people need and deserve.
Our research is world-leading, impactful and creates change. Working directly with young people, their families and friends, we pioneer new, positive approaches to the prevention and treatment of mental disorders.
We advocate. We make sure that policy makers understand the need and cost of mental ill-health in young people.
We educate. We use our research and evidence-based practice to develop innovative training programs and resources.
Our goal? To see young people with mental ill-health getting well and staying well. Now that’s a revolution in mind.
HOW ORYGEN GOT ITS NAME
Our name was created in collaboration with young people. It signals an early intervention approach – treating disorders at their origin. The Y in Orygen is for ‘youth’ and ‘gen’ represents the youth generation.
As the ORiginal mental health organisation devoted entirely to the Youth GENeration, we are Orygen.
OUR HOME
Our home is a true reflection of our leading role in youth mental health.
Purpose-built and co-designed with more than 160 young people, our Parkville facility allows for an integrated translational research institute and innovative platform for preventive clinical care in young people.
This world class building was made possible through the vision and support of so many. We are incredibly grateful to the Victorian Government, The Colonial Foundation, The University of Melbourne, the Australian Government and The Ian Potter Foundation. Your generous support and funding means we can do more for young people. Thank you.
OUR STRUCTURE
We are
A not-for-profit company limited by guarantee.
A charitable entity with Deductible Gift Recipient Status.
An approved research institute.
We’re led by a Board of Directors, chaired by Professor Sir Edward Byrne. Board operations are informed and supported by an Audit and Risk Committee and a Scientific Advisory Committee.
Our Executive Director Professor Patrick McGorry leads the Executive, which is responsible for delivering our Strategic Plan and managing all aspects of our daily operations.
We believe that all young people deserve to grow into adulthood with optimal mental health. Everything we do is focused on that outcome.
Most mental health disorders begin between the early teens to the mid-20s. One in five young people will have experienced a depressive episode by the time they turn 18. We believe in treating early and focusing on recovery. Pioneering reform to deliver real-world practical solutions. Never settling for anything less than what young people need and deserve.
Our research is world-leading, impactful and creates change. Working directly with young people, their families and friends, we pioneer new, positive approaches to the prevention and treatment of mental disorders.
We advocate. We make sure that policy makers understand the need and cost of mental ill-health in young people.
We educate. We use our research and evidence-based practice to develop innovative training programs and resources.
Our goal? To see young people with mental ill-health getting well and staying well. Now that’s a revolution in mind.
HOW ORYGEN GOT ITS NAME
Our name was created in collaboration with young people. It signals an early intervention approach – treating disorders at their origin. The Y in Orygen is for ‘youth’ and ‘gen’ represents the youth generation.
As the ORiginal mental health organisation devoted entirely to the Youth GENeration, we are Orygen.
OUR HOME
Our home is a true reflection of our leading role in youth mental health.
Purpose-built and co-designed with more than 160 young people, our Parkville facility allows for an integrated translational research institute and innovative platform for preventive clinical care in young people.
This world class building was made possible through the vision and support of so many. We are incredibly grateful to the Victorian Government, The Colonial Foundation, The University of Melbourne, the Australian Government and The Ian Potter Foundation. Your generous support and funding means we can do more for young people. Thank you.
OUR STRUCTURE
We are
A not-for-profit company limited by guarantee.
A charitable entity with Deductible Gift Recipient Status.
An approved research institute.
We’re led by a Board of Directors, chaired by Professor Sir Edward Byrne. Board operations are informed and supported by an Audit and Risk Committee and a Scientific Advisory Committee.
Our Executive Director Professor Patrick McGorry leads the Executive, which is responsible for delivering our Strategic Plan and managing all aspects of our daily operations.
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Imagine a future with unlimited potential. A future where every young person enjoys optimal mental health as they grow into adulthood. Everything we do at Orygen is about helping to create that future, because we passionately believe it’s what all young people deserve.
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Past (Expired) jobs posted by Orygen
Multiple part time and full time fixed-term roles (2 year contract)
Based in the emerging Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct Mental Health Unit
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Job Classification
Mental Health
Posted By:
Orygen
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Hourly Rate - $40 to $50
Start Timeframe:
Immediately
Posted Date:
24-Jan-2024