Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – WhyallaOPS3 | Part Time 0.7 FTE | OngoingBase Salary Range: $67,589 - $72,033 p.a (pro-rata)In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, Locality Allowance and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).Join our team and make a difference by delivering culturally relevant mental health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers!About Us:The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breathtaking views, endless adventures, and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends, and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. Access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, makes it a great place to raise a family.Working at the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you will become part of a collaborative and supportive work environment, combined with access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop and grow.About the Role:As an Aboriginal Mental Health Cultural Worker, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of comprehensive, recovery-focused, and evidence-based mental health services across the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network. You will ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers receive culturally relevant, accessible, and equitable care in community, acute, and rehabilitation settings.In this dynamic role, you'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team, fostering strong relationships with local health services, community groups, and ATSI organizations. Your expertise will be vital in bridging cultural understanding and ensuring that mental health care is tailored to the unique needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.About You:Experience in working with and providing advocacy and support services to ATSI people and communities.Experience working within a community engagement or development capacity.Experience in reporting to and liaising with multiple stakeholders across the spectrum of community services or health.Experience in working with people who have health and/or mental health related issues.Experience in working within a community services team environment and successful participation in such a setting.Experience in Microsoft Office software packages including word processing, desktop publishing, Excel, and Outlook.Experience working with Aboriginal consumers.Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network has determined that an exemption to prefer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants granted by the Equal Opportunity Tribunal of South Australia under sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) applies to this position. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential and therefore a Confirmation of Aboriginality may be requested.Open to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent ONLY. Job Ref:887265Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)Want To Know More? Contact:Application Closing Date: Thursday 5th December 2024 - 11.55PM
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