Aboriginal Mental Health Specialist

About the RoleWe are seeking an Aboriginal Mental Health Specialist to join our team in providing culturally safe and recovery-oriented services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with mental health clinicians to ensure the clinical and cultural needs of our consumers are met.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide culturally safe and recovery-oriented assessment and interventions to clients of the mental health service who identify as Aboriginal and their families.Work within the multi-disciplinary team process to undertake mental health promotion and community liaison tasks in support of the development of culturally appropriate mental health services within the SWSLHD.Undertake further education to develop the necessary competencies of a Mental Health Professional.RequirementsAboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such.Willingness and ability to complete further education in Mental Health or relevant qualification.Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based practice, informed by the factors that have impacted on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal communities.Demonstrated case management or care coordination experience delivering health or social services to Aboriginal communities.What We OfferWe offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, cultural supervision, and opportunities for professional development. Our team is committed to delivering culturally responsive services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.