Counsellor – Aboriginal Health Team (Drug Health Services) – Perm FT
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ546822 Requisition #
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- 14 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 Hours Per Week
Location: Liverpool Drug Health Services
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/2
Remuneration:
Counsellor Level 1: $73,427.00 - $85,800.00 Per Annum
Counsellor Level 2: $91,472.00 - $104,753.00 Per Annum
Requisition ID: REQ546822
Application Close Date: 27/01/2025
Interview Date Range: 29/01/2025 – 05/02/2025
Contact Details: Kurt Simpson – (02) 8778 7868 I kurt.simpson@health.nsw.gov.au
⚫️🟡🔴"Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977,. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.” ⚫️🟡🔴
About the Opportunity
The Counsellor attached to the SWSLHD Aboriginal Drug Health Team will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally responsive care navigation and psychological interventions to Aboriginal clients and their families who are dealing with issues related to substance use. The Counsellor will work in partnership with Aboriginal Health Workers to ensure therapeutic interventions have a strong cultural framework that is responsive to the specific needs of Aboriginal consumers and their families.
What You'll be Doing
The Counsellor will provide individual and group-work interventions in a range of settings that reduce drug related harm and provide a high standard of culturally responsive, clinical care in line with SWSLHD policies and procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. The position will also participate in professional development, cultural supervision, clinical supervision, teaching, quality activities and other relevant departmental and administrative duties.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Aboriginality – this position has been advertised under the SWSLHD Aboriginal Targeted Recruitment Program. This means Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, where found suitable, will be given higher priority. Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander? If so, please tell us about your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage, including a brief description of your family and community connections.
- Tertiary qualification as a Registered Counsellor, which provides eligibility for membership with a professional organisation and or current registration with AHPRA where applicable.
- Demonstrated understanding of the causative factors related to drug and alcohol misuse within Aboriginal communities.
- Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment, case management and counselling within a drug and alcohol service
- Knowledge of the harm reduction approach to drug and alcohol issues and demonstrated experience in the provision of culturally responsive interventions with Aboriginal drug dependent clients
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of the role of Aboriginal Health Workers
- High level of communication skills, including the development of person centered care plans and facilitating clinical consultation with other health professionals
- Demonstrated experience in being able to provide culturally responsive therapeutic interventions for clients within a counselling service and demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to implement quality improvement processes
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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