Aboriginal Wellbeing Worker (Male) - Adult Survivors Program

Warilla & Dapto Community Health Centres | $60,373 - $100,547 per annum + super + salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | REQ477869 | Further incentives offeredThis is a Temporary Full Time 38 hours per week position until 30 June 2025 with the possibility of extension at same/reduced hours, subject to funding..With you, we can do more..Are you passionate about community work and advocacy? Do you have assessment / case work skills? Do you have knowledge or skills working in Drug & Alcohol, Mental Health or community organisations? Are you a someone, with knowledge or experience working with people who have experienced violence?.Then you could be the perfect person to join the ISLHD Adult Survivors Program located on the lands of the Dharawal and Yuin nations. We’re looking for an Aboriginal Wellbeing Worker (Male) who:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the key health issues that impact Aboriginal people and communities.
• Support development, promotion, and facilitation of training
• Demonstrated knowledge or ability to liaise, engage and collaborate with Aboriginal communities and relevant agencies to ensure culturally responsive services.
• Has knowledge and understanding of the impacts of trauma.

.The program aims to improve outcomes for Adult Survivors of child sexual abuse, with a particular focus on survivors of complex trauma with mental health, alcohol and other drug support needs. This position is part of a team with a Project Manager and Clinician Coordinator and Senior Clinician..Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District..From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by.The role is based at Warilla Community Health Centre and Dapto Community Health Centre. A current, unrestricted NSW driver’s licence with the ability to travel to multiple locations is required..Looking for more than just a salary?Besides your salary, you’ll also have access to:

• Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

- discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

• Access to Clinical Supervision to facilitate in-depth reflection on clinical practice in a supportive environment
• Training and education opportunities
• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
• Ongoing support from an experienced team

.Apply now by addressing the below selection criteria and submitting an up-to-date resume and cover letter (no more than 1-2 pages)..Selection Criteria: * Must be Male and of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB Being male is recognised as a genuine occupation qualification and is authorised under section 31(2h) of the anti-discrimination act 1977; applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 (d) of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1977, NSW).

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or work-related experience with a willingness to work toward a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Family Wellbeing & Violence Prevention Work and/or ECAV Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal Specialist Trauma Counselling.
• Knowledge or skills in facilitating training or workshops to a range of stakeholders.
• Have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the ability to effectively work with Aboriginal communities to address Aboriginal health and community needs.
• Knowledge or skills of the effects of child sexual assault and the long-term impact on adults and the impact of intergenerational trauma for families, and community.
• Current NSW driver’s license.

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, , * For role-related queries, contact Rebecca Radovanovic atApplications close: 16 April 2024