First Nations Wellness Facilitator

Open Minds; South Lismore; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to 15,900 AUD

Meal and entertainment allowance 2,650

Retail discounts

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Open Minds in Lismore is seeking a First Nations Wellness Facilitator to empower individuals in strengthening connections to identity, culture, and community through culturally safe practice and respectful service delivery.

You will collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and work with a broad client base to support meaningful personal changes, while adhering to ethical guidelines and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of culturally safe practices within the Community Living Support program, ensuring services are respectful and responsive to diverse cultural needs.
• Build team cultural capability by providing guidance, coaching, and opportunities for reflective practice.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of inclusive policies that promote culturally safe and respectful service delivery.
• Apply a strong understanding of ethical practice, including confidentiality and professional boundaries, in all aspects of work.
• Collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, and leaders to strengthen partnerships and improve wellbeing outcomes for consumers.
• Work with a broad spectrum of both First Nations and non-indigenous clients to assist them to make significant personal changes.

Job description

Join our Community Living Support team in Lismore. We work with people to build independence and confidence by focusing on their values and personal goals, while encouraging social connection and a sense of belonging in the community.

As a First Nations Wellness Facilitator, you will play a kay role in creating a culturally safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where individuals feel empowered to strengthen connections to identity, culture, and community. You will work collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, while also working with non-indigenous people, to help design and implement strategies that enhance culturally responsive service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of culturally safe practices within the Community Living Support program, ensuring services are respectful and responsive to diverse cultural needs.
• Build team cultural capability by providing guidance, coaching, and opportunities for reflective practice.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of inclusive policies that promote culturally safe and respectful service delivery.
• Apply a strong understanding of ethical practice, including confidentiality and professional boundaries, in all aspects of work.
• Collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, and leaders to strengthen partnerships and improve wellbeing outcomes for consumers.
• Work with a broad spectrum of both First Nations and non-indigenous clients to assist them to make significant personal changes.

Perks & Benefits

• Access to salary package up to $15,900 and $2,650 for meal and entertainment p/a of tax-free income
• Competitive pay aligned with your experience and discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and experience team to develop the new service
• Comprehensive training package

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate IV (Mental Health, Community Sector, Case Management, Counselling or related)
• Current Driver Licence
• Current Working With Children Check
• Current National Police Check

About Open Minds

Open Minds has delivered mental health services across NSW and QLD for over 114 years, including headspace centres, Medicare Mental Health Centres, universal aftercare, psychosocial programs, and clinical care coordination.

This position is only available for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island people as permitted under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We believe that an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person brings essential insights and understanding to this role, enhancing our ability to connect with and serve our community effectively.