Aboriginal Mental Health Liaison Officer

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker

Remuneration: $56,896 – $83,799 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Blacktown, Embark Building

Enquiries: Sangeetha Pillai via Sangeetha.Pillai@health.nsw.gov.au                

Purpose of position:

The 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.

Essential Criteria:

Evidence of Diversity claim: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (pursuant to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination Act NSW 1977).

Selection Criteria:

1. Have or be willing to obtain a Certificate III in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.
2. 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.
3. Demonstrated understanding of the social, psychological and financial implications of hospitalisation for Aboriginal consumers.
4. Demonstrated understanding of the principles and application of child protection guidelines within NSW Health.
5. 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.
6. Possess effective written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated competency in the use of computer based administration systems
7. Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia.

How to Apply

Please apply online by visiting the Western Sydney Local Health District Career Portal and searching for REQ# ‘ REQ388869’

Closing Date: 12 April 2023

 

 

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