Posted: 28 August
Offer description
Aboriginal Mental Health Peer Worker Position
This role focuses on delivering culturally appropriate support and compassionate care to individuals with mental health needs. As an Aboriginal Mental Health Peer Worker, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting people with moderate to severe mental health issues.
The position requires knowledge and understanding of the local Aboriginal community, as well as the ability to engage and involve communities when working from or liaising with emergency departments. You will work alongside other members of the team to contribute to care planning and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure best outcomes for consumers.
About The Role
This position is identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people due to its genuine occupational qualification. To apply, candidates must demonstrate their Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria. This is a Category A position that offers sustainable employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the public health sector.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take 4 hours per month to reconnect with their culture and maintain their spiritual wellbeing, while being paid for it. This ensures our service is considerate of the health and social emotional wellbeing of our mob working in a public sector.
To be eligible for this position, applicants must have completed or be willing to undertake and successfully complete a Certificate IV Peer Work Mental Health qualification within 12 months after employment. Applicants should also possess skills in providing cultural knowledge and advice to non-Aboriginal colleagues and stakeholders about local cultural protocols and the importance of incorporating holistic social and emotional wellbeing care.
As an Aboriginal peer worker, you will be required to demonstrate your strength and passion in enhancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people engagement with Mental Health services by listening and learning from our communities lived experience.
What We Offer
As a member of our team, you can enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Our organisation is committed to enriching health in millions of ways every day. Some benefits include:
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
For more information about the position description and how to apply, please refer to the linked resources. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
