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SalaryEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1/ Level 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/ Level 2, Psychologist, Counsellor (Djirruwang Graduate) Level 1/ Level 2
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ297284
Location: Adult Community Mental Health Service - Embark Building at Blacktown Hospital
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond' and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment.
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What you'll be doing
The Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician has an important role in the care, welfare and assistance of Aboriginal people accessing mental health services, both in the hospital setting and within the community. The Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician will work within the WSLHD Aboriginal Mental Health Team and ensure that Aboriginal consumers and their families receive a respectful and culturally responsive and appropriate service. The Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician will provide clinical support and interventions to the consumer and the family. They will assist with accessing other services relevant to the needs of the person being supported. The Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician will assist in the planning and implementation of any admission, treatment, case management, referral, discharge and follow up for Aboriginal people utilising mental health services.
This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Please see essential criteria. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter ofyour application. If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Essential Criteria:
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing / Psychology / Social Work / Occupational Therapy/ Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health - Djirruwang Graduate)
Registration: Full Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as Registered Nurse / Psychology / Occupational Therapy; or for Social Workers, eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable (state which category): Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Selection Criteria: * Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (pursuant to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination Act NSW 1977).
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the local Aboriginal community and knowledge of the Aboriginal concept of social and emotional wellbeing including and understanding of Aboriginal family structure and Aboriginal culture and wisdom
- Demonstrated understanding of the social, psychological and financial implications of hospitalisation for Aboriginal consumers
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles and application of child protection guidelines within NSW Health
- Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, working within scope of role at all times including ability to plan and prioritise own workload
- Possess effective written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated competency in the use of computer-based administration systems
- Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia
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For role related queries or questions contact Antoni Yesudoss via antoni.yesudoss@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 19th March 2023
