Senior Manager Social And Emotional Wellbeing

About the OrganisationKimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 22 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence based best practice in primary health care.The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers about 421,000 square kilometres. The Kimberley has only three towns with a population of more than 2,000 (Broome, Derby and Kununurra), and the total population is around 37,000. In addition to the sealed Route 1 which runs along the southern part of the area, the unsealed Gibb River Road runs through the heart of the region from Derby to the highway near Kununurra. Access to much of the region is by dirt road, air or sea.About the OpportunityKAMS now has an opportunity for a Senior Manager Social and Emotional Wellbeing to join their friendly, multidisciplinary team in Broome WA, on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Executive Manager Mental Health you will be responsible for managing the operations of the KAMS Mental Health and Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) team. This includes managing the activities, budgets and deliverables for the various funding contracts under which this team operates.The role will provide Mental Health and SEWB clinical leadership and supervision, support clinical governance and risk management processes. The role will also be required to implement and manage quality improvement change projects required to ensure the teams deliver against the KPIs of the funding contracts.Under the guidance of the Executive Manager Mental Health, provide leadership to enhance the operational effectiveness and accessibility of our services for Aboriginal people, as well as optimising working relationships with a range of service providers and stakeholders.The incumbent is also:

• Accountable to demonstrate achievement of performance objectives and ensuring they are aligned to KAMS Strategic Plan
• Accountable for the performance management of direct reporting staff
• Expected to collaborate effectively with KAMS remote and clinical services, member services, other mental health service providers to enhance services, quality and ensure continuous improvement

The ideal candidate will be have a tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Aboriginal Health, Mental Health, Health Service Management, Adult Education, Community Services (or related field), and eligibility for professional registration with the relevant registering body in Australia. You’ll have at least 3+ years’ relevant experience in management roles in a service industry preferably Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Community Services or Adult Education related.Ideally, you would have previous Management role within an Aboriginal Medical Service and previous leadership role in a mental health or Social and Emotional Wellbeing service.To view the position description, please clickPlease note: It is a requirement that successful candidates hold a current WA Working With Children Check, and be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to employment with KAMS.About the BenefitsKAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary of $120,828 plus super and a further host of benefits, including:

• District allowance $2,920 p.a.;
• Electricity Allowance $1,440 p.a;
• Accommodation Allowance $13,000 p.a;
• Annual airfares subsidy to the value of $1,285 p.a. (after 12 months of service); and
• 5 weeks leave p.a.
• Mobile Phone Allowance

Please note: This is an identified role, applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander as per Section 50 (d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act (1984).This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in stunning outback locations. Make a positive difference — Apply Now!Applications Close July 16 2024Apply NowAllows you to pre-fill the application using your SEEK profile information and resumé