Aboriginal Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol Trainee
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- Must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (N.B. an applicants race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW).
- Willingness and commitment to undertake and demonstrate progression in the completion of the Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) course currently located at Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga Campus. This includes being able to demonstrate the oral and written communication skills to a standard sufficient to undertake a university degree. NOTE: Applicants who are currently enrolled and/or who have partially completed the Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) are also invited to apply for the position.
- Commitment to work as an Aboriginal Mental Health Worker Trainee under supervision, with consumers who have a mental health issues and their carers/families.
- Ability to organise and prioritise work and study activities and achieve work tasks and responsibilities within identified timeframes.
- Willingness and commitment to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team (including nursing, social work, medical, psychology and occupational therapist staff) and deliver services to the whole community.
- Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and the mental health, social, emotional and wellbeing issues experienced by people.
- Ability to travel for training and to attend Charles Sturt University residential teaching blocks and placements.
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For role related queries or questions contact Anthony Piras on Anthony.Piras@health.nsw.gov.au
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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Applications Close: 26 March 2025
