Aboriginal Wellbeing Worker, Community Living Supports - Murrumbidgee (Young)

Grand Pacific Health; Young; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and Supervsn

Salary packaging options

Staff conference

Employer paid parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Grand Pacific Health is seeking an Aboriginal Identified Wellbeing Worker for a part-time fixed-term position in Young, NSW. The role includes outreach to Tumut and Temora, supporting CLS participants and Aboriginal communities to build strengths and live well.

The worker will deliver culturally responsive, recovery-oriented support and collaborate with families and community services. The ideal candidate will hold a health/community services qualification (minimum Certificate IV) and identify

Qualifications

• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be an active member within Aboriginal communities across the CLS program location.
• Qualifications in mental health, health or community/social services discipline (minimum Certificate IV).
• Demonstrated commitment to a recovery orientation, in line with the National Framework for Recovery Oriented Mental Health Services.

Responsibilities

• Supports CLS program participants, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, to build strengths, set goals and live well in their community.
• Provides practical support that is culturally responsive and recovery focused, helping build independence, confidence and connection while working with families, services and the community.

Skills

Aboriginal identity

Recovery-oriented approach

Community engagement

Mental health

Education

Certificate IV in a relevant field

Job description

This is an Aboriginal Identified Position - authorised under the S14d of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About The Role

This is a part-time opportunity, fixed term until 30 June 2031 with the possibility of extension. This position is located in Young and includes outreach services to Tumut and Temora. Supports CLS program participants, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, to build strengths, set goals and live well in their community. Providing practical support that is culturally responsive and recovery focused, the Aboriginal Wellbeing worker helps builds independence, confidence and connection, while working collaboratively with families, services and community.

Benefits & Perks

• A positive work culture by offering flexible work arrangements that support your wellbeing
• Ongoing professional development and supervision
• Increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals and entertainment
• GPH Staff Conference
• Employer paid parental leave on top of the government PPL Scheme
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program

Skills & Experience

• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be an active member within the Aboriginal communities across the relevant CLS program location.
• Qualifications in mental health, health or community/social services discipline (minimum Certificate IV).
• Demonstrated commitment to working from a recovery orientation, in line with the National Framework for Recovery Oriented Mental Health Services.

About Grand Pacific Health

What we care about most is supporting healthier, happier, more connected communities across NSW and the ACT. We’re a for-purpose organisation delivering high-quality, low- or no-cost physical, mental and social health services. With over 25 locations across NSW and ACT we are a passionate team we’re here for everyone, especially those experiencing or at greater risk of disadvantage.

For more information contact: Jaci Smith, Business Growth Project Manager - New Business – 0438556329 or [e-mail]

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applications from people with lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.