Aboriginal Health Clinician (Identified) - (Counsellor L 2-4/ SWkr 2 - 4/ Psych) - New Street Service - MNCLHD
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- Health Clinician
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- REQ535691 Requisition #
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- 3 days ago Post Date
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 4
Remuneration: $117,544 - $120,393
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ535691
Advertising Closes: 23 December 2024
What you'll be doing
Collaborating with local service providers in the provision of programs related to engaging with the local Aboriginal communities and providing direct counselling to Aboriginal and non-aboriginal New Street clients. Undertaking community development and capacity building with local Aboriginal communities in order to best facilitate ongoing communication and service delivery to these communities. Acting as a cultural broker in the work of Mid North Coast NSW New Street, both internally and with communities and other government and non-government agencies.
Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. All applicants must supply either a letter of Aboriginality signed under the common seal from a recognised incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community organisation such as Land Council or Elders group, Aboriginal Medical Service or a letter on letterhead from a Local Aboriginal Land Council demonstrating membership of the Council.
Further information on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained at www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FROM THIS RECRUITMENT ACTIVITY MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES
Male / Female
It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position is occupied by a female/male (where necessary).
An applicant's gender is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977
- Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
- A minimum of three years’ experience and qualifications eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or qualifications eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; or a Bachelor Degree in Counselling; or a Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health); or a Bachelor Social Science (Djirruwang programme) or related field; or have completed an ECAV qualification pathway- Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma) or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Demonstrate ability to provide counselling services to individuals, and families in the context of child sexual assault, trauma, violence and abuse and understanding of the legal and policy framework governing child protection in NSW.
- Demonstrated ability to create Aboriginal community connections, engagement and collaboration to affect outcomes with an understanding of intergenerational trauma, contextual and causal factors for violence, abuse and neglect and the principles of cultural safety.
- Understanding of the impact of colonisation on Aboriginal people and communities and its relationships to Aboriginal family violence. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with Aboriginal communities in culturally competent ways and commitment to addressing Aboriginal health and community needs.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills in combination with a demonstrated ability to work as part of a small therapeutic team.
- Accreditation or willingness to undertake accreditation with the Child Sex Offender Counsellor Accreditation Scheme administered by the NSW Children’s Guardian and maintain this.
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license valid in Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment, including overnight stays are required.
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For role related queries or questions contact Bridget Abbott on Bridget.Abbott1@health.nsw.gov.au
