.⚫️🟡🔴In this role being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement, and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NSW).⚫️🟡🔴
Are you passionate about using your own lived experience to support Aboriginal people experiencing trauma & mental health issues?
About the Opportunity
We are excited to be recruiting to an Aboriginal Peer Support Worker to join our team of Towards Zero Suicides (TZS) Suicide Prevention Peer Support Workers (PSW) which is a completely NEW way of providing care in our community.
For more information on this state wide initiative, see this link: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/Pages/Services-Towards-Zero-Suicides.aspx.
The Aboriginal Peer Support Worker will utilise their lived experiences to support Aboriginal people and communities to access Mental Health services across South Western Sydney Local Health District, as well as support the broader team to deliver culturally responsive care. This is an opportunity to be innovative in the way health services are provided.
The Macarthur and Liverpool areas will each have the following two services:
1.TZS Safe Haven
2.TZS Suicide Prevention Outreach Service (SPOT)
SWSLHD is recruiting staff to work in both of our services in Liverpool and Campbelltown.The other members of the team include the TZS Team Leader, Mental Health Clinicians and Senior Suicide Prevention Peer Support Workers.
There is also opportunity to receive additional penalty rates for Saturday, Sunday and evening shifts (typically 11:30am - 8pm, Fri - Mon)
SWSLHDoperates it’s services on the lands of the Dharawal, Darug and Gundungurra people andhas a rich history of working alongside local Aboriginal communities and our districts Aboriginal Health Unit. We are a district that is committed to supporting you grow and develop your skills. Our Mental Health Service has a large and well-supported team of Aboriginal Mental Health workers who are led by an Aboriginal Mental Health Coordinator. You will be provided with cultural supervision, participate in cultural strengths mapping and form part of a larger, supportive Aboriginal workforce.
What You'll be Doing
The Aboriginal Peer Support Worker will utilise their lived experiences to support Aboriginal consumers accessing South Western Sydney Local Health District TZS Mental Health services to support the delivery of culturally responsive care.
Provide recovery orientated, evidence based peer support interventions to mental health consumers within a multidisciplinary team framework. This position also supports clinical staff in the provision of recovery orientated and consumer driven clinical practice by providing consultation in relation to the experience of living with a mental health disorder. The Peer Worker is also responsible for undertaking designated administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.
- Describe how your lived experience as an Aboriginal person can be utilised to support Aboriginal Mental Health consumers in their recovery.
- Detail your experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating group and individual interventions.
- Have you completed a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work? If not, are you willing to undertake the course?
- Must possess a valid Australian Drivers Licence (excluding learner driver's licences). If not already in possession, a NSW Drivers Licence must be obtained within 3 months of appointment.
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Additional Information
Stepping Up - Close the Gap
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal applicants understand how to apply for roles with NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role within South Western Sydney Local Health District, please contact the SWSLHD Aboriginal Workforce Team on [email protected]
Workplace Giving Program
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees also have the opportunity to make a difference to help those less fortunate. Visit the Workplace Giving Program for more information.
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with adisability and people from theLGBTQI+community to apply.
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
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