Full time 3 days ago, from Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships.
RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.
RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980.
RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including: Health and wellbeing Positive aging and disability services Community services Asset and infrastructure services Corporate services RAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people.
RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia.
RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.
Role Purpose: Reporting to the Manager of the Program Manager of Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) and Social & Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Services, the Mental Health Clinician will deliver integrated primary mental health services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Local Government Area of Greater Shepparton.
The position will be responsible for engagement, assessment, and therapeutic intervention for Aboriginal people within a framework of recovery orientated practice.
Employment Conditions: All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation.
Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions.
All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view).
All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures to the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view).
A commitment to equal opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices is required.
Salary packaging is available to permanent part time and full-time staff.
Tenure of positions at Rumbalara will be tied to existing contracted funding arrangements.
About You Qualifications and Registrations: The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent qualification) in one of the following: Psychology and current registration or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a psychologist.
Social Work providing eligibility and/or current membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (required).
Other qualifications may be considered, Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Counsellor.
Knowledge and skills: A sound knowledge of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander communities and relevant organisations within the Local Government Area of Greater Shepparton, and a demonstrated understanding of health and wellbeing issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Demonstrated ability to provide clinical services of a complex nature, where established principles, procedures and methods require expansion, adaptation, and modification.
Demonstrated ability to provide high quality assessment and intervention for clients within the context of Primary Health Care and the Community Recovery Model in a professional, confidential, and culturally safe manner.
What We Offer: Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
Competitive pay and conditions based on the HPSS/Nurses Award-depending on qualifications.
Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.
Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
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