Job Title: Advanced Health Worker for First Nations Mental Health
This role focuses on delivering high-level cultural advice and professional support to First Nations peoples accessing mental health services.
About the Position
The objective of this position is to provide culturally specific support to First Nations communities, including family, carers, and social/cultural support networks. The goal is to improve mental health outcomes for First Nations peoples as per the objectives of a comprehensive health equity strategy.
Main Responsibilities
* Deliver high-level cultural advice and professional support to First Nations peoples.
* Provide effective cultural support to community mental health services.
* Support multidisciplinary teams to enhance their understanding of Social, Emotional and Well-Being needs of First Nations consumers.
* Develop strategies to improve mental health outcomes for First Nations peoples.
Requirements
* Hold a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or a related field.
* Have experience working with First Nations communities and cultures.
* Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, consultation, and negotiation skills.
* Be able to develop effective partnerships within the health service and external stakeholders.