Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician - Identified
Acknowledgement to Country
Hunter New England Local Health District Mental Health Services acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Nations within the Hunter New England Health Region. We acknowledge the significant place that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples hold in Australia, as the First People of this Nation. We pay our respects to our Elders, the knowledge holders of our culture and who keep our traditions, rituals, song lines alive. We respect the continuing connection to land, sky, rivers and seas of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the interconnectedness to social, emotional, physical and spiritual health and wellbeing. We acknowledge the many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities within our district, our Aboriginal staff and our non-Aboriginal allies as well as our community organisations that walk this journey with us to improve the health disparities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We ask all those that walk, work and live on traditional Aboriginal lands to be respectful of culture.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Social Worker Level 1/2, Psychologist, Registered Nurse
Location: Gomeroi / Kamilaroi Country
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ572598
Applications Close: Monday, 16th June 2025
Where you'll be working:
The NENW Mental Health Service provides acute mental health care across the North West catchment and is comprised of a multidisciplinary team including medical staff and an array of allied health staff. You will be a part of a contemporary and innovative service that provides mental health assessments and treatment across the communities of the North West district.
The service maintains a strong clinical governance structure to ensure the provision of consistent, evidence based and culturally informed mental health care for every patient, every time. The team is passionate about leading change and innovation in the delivery of ambulatory mental health services, with a strong multidisciplinary leadership team.
About the role:
As an Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician with the North West Mental Health Service you will be working within our Adult Community Mental Health Team based in Tamworth. You will provide assessment, consultation and clinical management to adults with varying mental health issues by delivering high quality person-centred care that has a holistic view of health, is culturally competent and is responsive to the needs of Aboriginal People and Non-Aboriginal. You will be work closely with clients to improve access to and engagement with the Community Mental Health Service four days a week. One day a week you will support culturally competent programs and wider community development by acting as a resource and cultural consultant for the multidisciplinary team members.
You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team utilising evidence-based practice to support a person in their mental health recovery journey to achieve identified goals and outcomes.
The successful applicant will be supported by the Community Manager, Clinical Coordinator and the Profession Lead of the Aboriginal MHS and SEWB workforce. The successful applicant will become part of a wider Hunter New England local Health District Mental Health Service network and will have access to support and education from key district support positions including regular cultural and clinical supervision, professional development and ongoing education.
About you:
We are looking for someone with an interest in working with people who have a variety of major mental health diagnoses, as well as the ability to work efficiently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team. You will also have the ability conduct mental state examinations including assessing risk and developing Care Plans for consumers. You will have a strong link to community with ability to support cultural consultation processes, community development initiatives and acting as a cultural consultant.
Requirements:
- Must hold a qualification: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program) which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
- Eligible to drive in NSW with ability and willingness to travel for work purposes.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Baker on Michelle.Baker@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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