Aboriginal SEWB Support Worker — Community Mental Health

Canberra Medicare Mental Health Centre; Canberra; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Canberra Medicare Mental Health Centre seeks a Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker identified for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. The role covers both Canberra (City) and Tuggeranong (Greenway) centres, delivers culturally safe psychosocial support, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

The position is full-time (37.5 hours), 12 months fixed term, with orientation, supervision and community engagement responsibilities.

Formación

• Completion of appropriate training or work experience in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health sectors.
• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with strong connection to culture.
• Experience supporting Indigenous communities in a culturally safe, strengths-based way.
• Knowledge of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services and ACCHOs.
• Ability to maintain boundaries and deliver respectful support.

Responsabilidades

• Provide culturally safe support and information to consumers and families.
• Engage with consumers using strengths-based approaches to promote recovery.
• Deliver psychosocial support, safety planning and advocacy within scope.
• Coordinate referrals to ACCHOs and other services.
• Work with multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Contribute to group programs and culturally safe practice improvements.
• Support community engagement and partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Conocimientos

Indigenous health background

Culturally safe practice

Communication skills

Empathy and listening

Educación

Cert II in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice

Certificate in Mental Health or Community Development

Descripción del empleo

Canberra Medicare Mental Health Centre seeks a Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker identified for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. The role covers both Canberra (City) and Tuggeranong (Greenway) centres, delivers culturally safe psychosocial support, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

The position is full-time (37.5 hours), 12 months fixed term, with orientation, supervision and community engagement responsibilities.