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Form of work- Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. All applicants must supply either a letter of Aboriginality signed under the common seal from a recognised incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community organisation such as Land Council or Elders group, Aboriginal Medical Service or a letter on letterhead from a Local Aboriginal Land Council demonstrating membership of the Council. Exemption is claimed under Section 14D of the Anti-discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with at least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and post graduate qualifications in the relevant field; or Bachelor Degree in Social Work or other equivalent qualification providing eligibility for membership of AASW; or Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; or Current full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with a four year degree in psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in psychology, or a qualification deemed equivalent by the employer and have completed a minimum of one year at the 9th year of service and thereafter point on the salary scale for Psychologist; or must hold as a minimum a bachelor degree in counselling or a related field, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer
- Demonstrated skills, knowledge, and abilities in the social and emotional wellbeing, assessment and intervention of Aboriginal people and families presenting with complex Mental Health needs, using culturally appropriate and supported approaches.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide clinical governance and team leadership, supervision, education to peers, clients and other service providers at individual and group levels, and ability to work collaboratively with external stakeholders including local ACMS, ACCHOs, CMOs as required.
- Proven excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult, liaise and work effectively with Aboriginal people, and work independently with the ability to apply professional knowledge and judgment in problem solving.
- Demonstrated skills in developing, implementing and evaluating programs specifically for Aboriginal people and their families.
- Highly competent computer skills utilising varied software programs and information systems with proven ability to utilise research / quality improvement strategies to effect changes in clinical practice.
- Current NSW drivers' licence and ability to travel as required.
