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Form of workPlease note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply
About BDAC
BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).
BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.
BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.
What We Are Offering
- SCHADS Grade 5 ($47.50 an hour)
- Part Time (0.8 FTE)
- Access to Salary Packaging
- 11% Superannuation
- Supportive work environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
About The Position
Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? Do you have a passion for working with community? Do you have experience in Community Engagement and would like to work with a mainstream organisation implementing Culturally Safe Practice?
We are seeking a self-motivated, compassionate Aboriginal Community Engagement Coordinator for a fixed term, part time (30.4 hours per week) opportunity to work in the Dja Dja Wurrung area. You will utilise your expertise to build relationships with stakeholders, champion community, family and carer engagement and establish the new service supporting families, carers and loved ones of people experiencing mental ill health and/or substance use challenges. The role will support the development of workforce capability, identify opportunities for participation and partnership development, and enhance relationships with existing family and carer support groups, service providers and agencies.
The Adult and Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing services, otherwise known as “Locals”, are a key recommendation from Victoria’s Royal Commission into mental health service. Locals are therefore a key feature of the current system transformation. The Locals will act as front door to the mental health service system and will provide a continuum of care and support including clinical interventions, wellbeing supports, therapeutic support through an integrated mental health and alcohol and other drug framework approach. Mind’s Locals will be established in three locations: Dandenong, Melton and Loddon-Campaspe. These services will have a no wrong door approach.
Key Responsibilities
• Work alongside the Wellbeing Team at BDAC & co-locate within the Locals.
• Work as the team leader for the BDAC Locals team including supervision, direction and support for staff.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders, families, carers and supporters to develop, establish and implement the Locals to best suit the needs of the community.
• Ensure cohesiveness in the design, planning and delivery of services with the aim of optimising resources and delivering the project within timelines and on budget.
• Conduct regional needs assessments to understand current engagement with communities and identify opportunities for participation and partnership development.
• Support the development, implementation and evaluation of a Community Engagement plan, co-design activities and participation initiatives.
• Build community partnerships, lead identification of resources, incorporate community, families and carers voices in decision making and develop workforce capability.
• Behave in a way that contributes to a workplace that is free of discrimination, harassment, and bullying behaviour at all times.
• Work to ensure the health, safety and welfare of self and others working at the Bendigo and District Aboriginal Cooperative.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team environment by sharing information, supporting colleagues, and respecting different skills.
About You
• Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, the special requirements and LORE of Aboriginal people, with demonstrated ability to integrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural experiences, philosophy, and practice.
• Knowledge of development, implementing and evaluating projects including policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective high level working relationships with all key stakeholders both internal and external.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and the ACCHO environment
• Expertise in working with people with mental health issues, AOD issues, complex needs and interacting with families and carers.
• Previous experience in Community Engagement, community development and family work using asset-based development and co-design approaches.
• Capability to manage community, family, carer, and supporter engagement in the establishment of services, develop workforce capability and identify opportunities for participation and partnership development.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Community Services sector and ability to build strong relationships with partners, service providers, agencies, and key stakeholders.
Preferred / Desired / Mandatory Education, Training and/or Competencies
- Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Mental Health, Peer Work, Social Work, Community Development, or other health related field and/or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
- Experience working within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Previous experience in Community Engagement and/or Development programs in the Health or Family and Community Services sector.
How to Apply
If this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter detailing how you suit the role By Sunday 18th of February, 2024
Mandatory Requirements
Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.
For more information about this position please see the Position Description available at bdac.com.au or contact our human resources team on (03) 5442 4*** or send an email through to ***********@bdac.com.au
Please note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply
