Shepparton, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VICAt Goulburn Valley Health, we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models, and ensuring workforce flexibility.The primary function of the Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer is to assist, support, and advocate for safe access and culturally appropriate provision of care to Aboriginal people accessing GV Mental Health and Wellbeing Services and requiring treatment for Social Emotional Wellbeing.This is an identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander role that works directly with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander adult patients to access mental health services.The Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer is located within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Unit at GV Health and links with mental health clinicians in the interest of patient care, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients and their carers and family members, other Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers, including a statewide network of Aboriginal Mental Health and Hospital Liaison Officers, and local mental health services.Minimum Requirements:Extensive understanding of Aboriginal culture, society, and kinship networksDemonstrate an understanding of the issues surrounding Mental Health treatmentDevelop and maintain communication and professional networks with the Aboriginal community and mainstream servicesRelevant qualification or equivalent training in mental health or healthPlease note: Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply.Benefits:Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking, and discounted leisure membershipsFlexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balancePaid parental leaveProfessional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goalsA confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved onesSocial club membership offering a range of events, functions, and local community discountsOur CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly, and annual reward and recognition programGV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection, and wellbeing of all children.Three (3) COVID-19 vaccination doses are a mandatory requirement for all roles and seasonal Influenza vaccination (where mandated). Further pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to: Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas, and valid working rights in Australia. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.GV Health is the main referral health service for the Hume region.Our talented team consists of more than 2,700 people from all walks of life. We work with purpose and pride and are committed to respecting and embracing diversity, inclusion, and accessibility of our people and our community.Our services include emergency, maternity, medical imaging, pathology, rehabilitation, community services, residential aged care, community dental, hospice/palliative care, cardiology, oncology, renal dialysis, surgical care, paediatric services, and community health clinics.GV Health's main campus is based on Graham Street in Shepparton with other sites throughout Shepparton, Tatura, and Rushworth.
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