Aboriginal Mental Health Worker

NT Health; Darwin, Palmerston; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

NT Health is seeking an Administrative Officer 4 to support the Adult Mental Health Team, Top End Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Services, working across Darwin and Palmerston. You will promote Aboriginal culture and culturally informed approaches while assisting with assessments, interventions and follow-up within the AMHT/TEMHAODS.

The role involves providing cultural consultation, advocating for Aboriginal clients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary staff to ensure culturally

Responsibilities

• Promote Aboriginal culture and culturally safe, responsive services within AMHT and TEMHAODS.
• Provide cultural consultation and advocacy for Aboriginal clients.
• Collaborate with the team on assessments, interventions, education and follow-up across Darwin and Palmerston.

Job description

Vacancy Number: 032950

Agency: Department of Health

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Unit: Adult Mental Health Team - Top End Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Services

Location: Darwin, Palmerston

Primary Objective: Promote Aboriginal culture, cultural practices and ensure the delivery of culturally safe and responsive services within the AMHT and TEMHAODS, advising staff on culturally informed approaches to mental health. Provide cultural consultation, advocate for Aboriginal clients, and collaborate with the team on assessments, interventions, education, and follow-up accross Darwin and Palmerston. One vacancy is available, working in Darwin and Palmerston.

Contact: Shabnam Shabir on 08 8999 4352 or [e-mail]

Remuneration Package: Remuneration Package $94,248 - $107,434 (including salary $79,664 - $90,824)

Experience Level: Administrative Officer 4