Location: FremantleUnit/Division: Fremantle Hospital Mental Health ServiceWork Type: Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Part TimePursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and have knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family structure, culture and customs.We have a current 0.7 FTE (38 hours per fortnight) vacancy located at Fremantle Hospital Mental Health Service.This is where jobs become careers, passion finds its purpose, and your voice finds its place. Are you ready to dive headfirst into the community taking excellent health care where it's needed? Then South Metropolitan Health Service is the perfect place to start.South Metro Health Service (SMHS) delivers quality, safe and effective hospital and health services within a catchment area stretching more than 3300 square kilometres across the southern half of Perth. Our vision is excellent health care, every time. You can read more about SMHS in our Strategic Plan here.Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment. Whatever your age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.Job DescriptionThe Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison (AMHL) provides clinical and cultural input and consultation to consumers and their treating teams, education and training services to health professionals regarding mental health and associated issues experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers and their families. AMHL also builds and maintains effective working relationships with relevant community service agencies regarding the provision of collaborative, integrated and coordinated care.Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Tarryn Burrows, Social Work Professional Lead on 08 9431 3567.If you are ready to partner with us see the application instructions below:Your application should include:A copy of your current CVA statement addressing selection criteria 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 (as per the JDF and below) in no more than 2-3 pages:Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family structure, culture and customs.Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Social Sciences or related Indigenous Tertiary Qualification.An understanding of the related practical and emotional issues of working with consumers with mental health disorders and their families/carers.Demonstrated knowledge and experience of community based mental health programs and the ability to develop collaborative partnerships.Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including problem solving, negotiation and the ability to develop collaborative partnerships.The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role.These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Please note, all selection criteria will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Employee BenefitsOur employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistanceFlexible working arrangementsFlexible leave arrangementsOther professional and location-based allowancesAre you eligible? Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent. To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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