Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer

NSW Health

Blacktown, NSW Sydney, NSW
$60,398-87,301 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $60,398 - $87,301 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Requisition ID: REQ454447Location: Blacktown HospitalWhere you'll be workingWestern Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond' and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment.Find out what it’s like to work at Blacktown Hospital and why we think you’d love working with us. Some of our staff share their experiences in this short video:
What you'll be doingThe Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer has an important role in the care, welfare and assistance of Aboriginal people accessing mental health services, both in the hospital setting and within the community. The Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer will ensure that Aboriginal consumers and their families receive a respectful and culturally responsive and appropriate service. The Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer will act as a liaison supporting the consumer, the family and health service staff and will assist with accessing other services relevant to the needs of the person being supported. The Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer will assist in the planning and implementation of any admission, treatment, case management, referral, discharge and follow up for Aboriginal people utilising mental health services. The Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer is a non-clinical role in the clinical environment.Benefits of working for Western Sydney Local Health District

Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) every month, in addition to your annual leave (For full time staff)
Salary Packaging - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay. (Applicable for eligible employees)
Meal entertainment lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay. (Applicable for eligible employees)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) professional counselling and coaching service that offers confidential, short-term support for work-related and personal issues, which you and your immediate family can access
Managers Support - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) professional consultative service for all managers, HR or senior staff that is confidential and unlimited for people management support
Fitness Passport - permanent employees and their immediate family members can sign-up for this affordable membership which allows access to an extensive range of gyms, pools and fitness services from multiple providers across NSW,
Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards
Recognition of prior relevant service may be considered toward commencing salary
Leave may be transferrable from other public sector agencies in accordance with leave mobility provisions

This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Please see essential criteria. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application. If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.Essential Requirements:

Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable (state which category): Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

Selection Criteria: * Be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (pursuant to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination Act NSW 1977).

Have or be willing to obtain a Certificate III in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
A demonstrated knowledge of the Aboriginal concept of social and emotional wellbeing including and understanding of Aboriginal family structure and Aboriginal culture and wisdom. This will include an understanding regarding the practical and emotional issues that may arise when working with Aboriginal individuals with mental health concerns and their families.
Demonstrated understanding of the social, psychological and financial implications of hospitalisation for Aboriginal consumers
Demonstrated understanding of the principles and application of child protection guidelines within NSW Health.
Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, working within scope of role at all times including ability to plan and prioritise own workload
Possess effective written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated competency in the use of computer based administration systems
Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia.

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For role related queries or questions contact Antoni Yesudoss on 0427105308 or Antoni.Yesudoss@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: 23rd April 2024

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