Employment Type: Permanent Full TimeLocation: GoulburnPosition Classification: Mental Health ProfessionalsRemunerationCounsellor Level 1 / 2 – $70,944 - $101,211 per annumOccupational Therapist Level 1/ 2 - $70,944 - $101,211 per annumPsychologist - $74,742 - $109,397 per annumRegistered Nurse - $70,049 - $98,351 per annumSocial Worker Level 1 / 2 - $70,944 - $101,211 per annumHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ545598Applications Close: 17 January 2025Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closingWhat You'll Be DoingThe Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician provides recovery focused, person centred and culturally competent services including assessment, care coordination, intervention, liaison, advocacy and review as a part of the multidisciplinary team for both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people who are referred to the service with a mental illness, distress and/or risk issues.This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criterion.What We OfferFlexible work arrangementsSalary Packaging – up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasingCorporate Health and Fitness program11% Superannuation on top of your gross incomeAnnual Leave LoadingWhere you'll be workingThere is an abundance of lifestyle benefits available to you in country NSW and you will be amazed at what you will have access to - and it all comes without the queues and crowds of a big city. Forget about sitting in traffic for hours and paying for parking, live in the city you'll be minutes away from work (perhaps even close enough to walk or cycle) and even if you live on a property outside of Goulburn or in one of the neighboring villages, it's still a much shorter trip than big city living. That's more time for family, friends and recreation. More time to live. Goulburn is 45 minutes from Canberra, 2hrs to the beach and 2hrs from Sydney.Selection CriteriaMust be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW) and have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures with established links with the local Aboriginal community.Tertiary qualification Bachelor Health Science (Mental Health), or qualifications and current registration with AHPRA for Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers for Social Workers.Demonstrated ability to provide high quality, safe and connected care to consumers and their families and carers in a person-centred and holistic manner that promotes self-determination and in context of the principles of mental health rehabilitation, recovery framework and a strengths based approach.Demonstrated high level communication skills with the ability to engage and collaborate with consumers, their families and carers and other stakeholders.High level computer skills including accuracy and demonstrated knowledge of Electronic Medical Record Programs, Microsoft Office Programs including Skype for business.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Mental Health & Alcohol and Other Drugs strategic directions in service provision, including those related to Aboriginal People and their communities.Knowledge and understanding of the legislation and policies relating to Mental Health care provision, including the Mental Health Act 2007.Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.An Aboriginal person can seek support in applying for a role, please visit the Stepping Up website, which has been designed to support Aboriginal job applicants in applying for positions at NSW Health.Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific DiseasesThis is a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. OASV requirements also include proof of vaccination against influenza and is compulsory for NSW Staff that enter any Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) or who work in NSW Health owned and operated RACFs.Australian Work RightsPlease note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Robert Adams 0407 410 804 / 02 4825 4777 or email Robert.Adams@health.nsw.gov.au
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