Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health Liaison Officer
6 days ago
About us
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is responsible for training, educating and representing psychiatrists in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The College is accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) and the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) to deliver specialist medical education and training, and professional development programs. The College is committed to elevating healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Māori communities guided by its commitments to reconciliation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
About the role
This identified position plays a vital role in administering and supporting cultural planning for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander membership and staff.
In this role, you'll help to foster College's commitment to culturally safe, responsive, and accessible psychiatric care by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. A key focus will be supporting staff in developing and delivering tailored Cultural Support Plans for members who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
You'll also contribute to the success of key initiatives by coordinating and advising on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-related projects and programs, including (but not limited to) the Specialist Training Program (STP) and the Psychiatry Interest Forum (PIF). Ongoing monitoring, review, and evaluation of progress and outcomes will be central to your work.
What you'll bring
To succeed in this role, you will bring knowledge and/or lived experience of the issues impacting access to healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and professionals. You'll have a deep understanding of culturally safe and respectful engagement, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. You will also have:
- Demonstrated experience in public health, health, policy, or a related area.
- A strong track record of engaging effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, or organisations.
- Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or the legal right to work in Australia.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Check prior to commencing employment.
Some of what's on offer:
- Salary range $72,000– $86,000 plus leave loading and 12% superannuation.
- A paid day off each month for full-time employees.
- 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, available to both primary and secondary caregivers.
- A values-led, inclusive, and culturally safe workplace where diversity is celebrated.
- The chance to be part of a passionate team working to improve mental health outcomes.
- Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference to communities across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as a single document via the Expr3ss link. We recommend reviewing the position description before applying.
For any queries, contact us at No agencies, please.
Diversity and Inclusion
At the RANZCP, we are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, inclusion, and authenticity are celebrated. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including First Nations peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, neurodivergent individuals, and people of all ages, ethnicities, faiths, and lived and living experiences. We value and embrace what makes you uniquely you.
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