Indigenous Mental Health Worker

This is a Permanent Full Time appointment. Eligibility to Apply: Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. Position Profile Provide cultural safety and a liaison service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Aboriginal employees within KMHDS. Enhance the accessibility of mental health services to Aboriginal people and communities. Area Profile WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health and support staff. Employee Benefits In addition to the great salary, employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (inline with operational requirements): 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here. Access to salary packaging arrangements Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/Assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (JDF) to review the Work-Related Requirements to be addressed in your application (also available online at Refno. ) For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Vernon Dann on ***. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours. Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing each of the Work Related Requirements listed in the attached JDF, and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarizes your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr