First Nations Advanced Health Worker

Queensland Health; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

West Moreton Health in Ipswich invites applications for a role delivering high level cultural advice and culturally specific support to First Nations peoples accessing mental health and other drugs services, including their families, carers and social networks. This permanent part-time position requires Indigenous status under Queensland law, with 45.6 hours per fortnight.

Successful candidates will hold relevant certificates or diplomas in Aboriginal health, mental health, or alcohol and other

Qualifications

• Indigenous to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community required.
• Vaccinated against priority diseases as directed.
• Qualified candidates or willing to complete qualifications within timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level cultural advice and support to First Nations peoples in mental health and AOD services.
• Support families, carers and social networks within the client community.
• Assist multidisciplinary teams to improve Social, Emotional and Well-Being understanding.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Cultural understanding

Partnership building

Consultation skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

Diploma in Mental Health

Diploma in Alcohol and Other Drugs

Job description

Start a new journey with West Moreton Health!

The purpose of this role is to deliver high level cultural advice and professional and culturally specific support to First Nations peoples accessing the mental health an alcohol and other drugs services, including their family, carers, and social/cultural support networks.

Permanent part time opportunity – 45.6 hours per fortnight.

Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acutecare, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services,and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health

What we're looking for

• High level interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills and ability to develop effective partnerships within the Health Service and external stakeholders.
• Cultural lived experience and understanding of the cultural factors and histories that affect the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.
• Ability to provide effective cultural support to First Nations peoples accessing community mental health and alcohol and other drugs services.
• Ability to support multidisciplinary teams to improve their understanding of the Social, Emotional and Well-Being needs of First Nations consumers.

Mandatory Requirements

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• Successfully completed Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Certificate IV in Mental Health or Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs and/or Diploma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Diploma of Mental Health or a Diploma of Alcohol and Drugs.
• Applicants who do not hold the mandatory qualification requirements, but believe they have the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the role as outlined, and will commit to completing the qualification(s) within an agreed timeframe if appointed, are encouraged to apply for this vacancy. Should the applicant be successful, employment will be at the no qualification paypoint until evidence of completion of the required qualification(s) is provided. Full financial and leave support will be provided to complete the qualification(s). If you would like to discuss this option further, please call the contact listed on the role description.

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact.
• Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
• A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.