Aboriginal Mental Health Worker - Warwick Farm, Australia - South Western Sydney Local Health District

South Western Sydney Local Health District
South Western Sydney Local Health District
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Warwick Farm, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Description

Employment Type:
Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week


Location:
SWSLHD District Wide Service


Position Classification:
Aboriginal Health Worker


Remuneration:
$56,896 - $83,799 per annum


Requisition ID:
REQ369544


Application Close Date:05/02/2023


About The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity
- for an Aboriginal Health Worker to join a diverse team specialising in Peri-infant Mental health (PIMHS).

Our Multidisciplinary team consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social workers, Registered Nurses/Midwives and Clinical Nurse Consultants. We are supportive and encouraging of each other and welcome new colleagues openly.


Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.


What you'll be doing


The primary role of this position is to provide culturally safe, recovery orientated evidence based assessment and interventions to clients of the mental health service who identify as Aboriginal and their families.

Working within the multi-disciplinary team process, the process will also undertake mental health promotion and community liaison tasks in support of the development of culturally appropriate mental health services within the SWSLHD.

In negotiation with SWSLHD, to undertake appropriate further education to develop the necessary competencies of a Mental Health Professional.


Where You'll Be Working

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it.

Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background and people with a disability to apply.


How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.

  • Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
  • Demonstrated understanding of evidence based practice, informed by the factors that have impacted on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal communities.
  • Demonstrated case management or care coordination experience delivering health or social services to Aboriginal communities.
  • Demonstrated experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver health or social services to Aboriginal communities.
  • Ability to undertake health/social needs assessment to inform the delivery of care and referral/liaison with other Government and nonGovernment service providers including Aboriginal specific services.
  • Understanding of the NSW Mental Health Act 200
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy. Effective interpersonal skills, problem solving skills and personal resilience.
  • Willingness and ability to complete further education in Mental Health or relevant qualification e.g., Certificate IV Mental Health; Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) qualification at Charles Sturt University or an equivalent clinical qualification negotiated and approved by the Mental Health Service
Need more information?


Interview Date Range: 08/02/ /02/2023


Additional Information

Stepping Up - Close the Gap

Workplace Giving Program

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees also have the opportunity to make a difference to help those less fortunate.


Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing.


Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services.

Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.


To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

  • All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID19 vaccines available in NSW._
  • SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff
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