First Nations Advanced Health Worker Mental Health
1 week ago
**About the role
The purpose of this role is to deliver high level cultural advice and professional and culturally specific support to First Nations peoples accessing the mental health an alcohol and other drugs services, including their family, carers, and social/cultural support networks.
The aim of the role is to achieve improved mental health outcomes for First Nations peoples accessing the mental health service, as per the objectives of the West Moreton Health First Nations Health Equity Strategy 2022 - 2025.
About you
High level interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills and ability to develop effective partnerships within the Health Service and external stakeholders.
Cultural lived experience and understanding of the cultural factors and histories that affect the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.
Ability to provide effective cultural support to First Nations peoples accessing community mental health and alcohol and other drugs services.
Ability to support multidisciplinary teams to improve their understanding of the Social, Emotional and Well-Being needs of First Nations consumers.
Appropriate clinical skills for the delivery of evidence-based health assessments, health promotion, education and illness prevention activities and primary health care services to First Nations peoples.
Mandatory Requirements:
Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
Successfully completed Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Certificate IV in Mental Health or Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs and/or Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Diploma of Mental Health or a Diploma of Alcohol and Drugs.
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link
**Benefits**:
17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Professional development
Salary sacrificing options
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
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