• Fitzroy location
• Pro-active & supportive leadership
• Full time fixed term until March 2026

About the Role

The First Nations Health Clinician/ Social Emotional Wellbeing worker is an Identified position.

This position is intended to support improved cultural responsiveness and social and emotional wellbeing (SEWB) outcomes for First Nations consumers admitted to the mental health Adult Inpatient service (AIS).

You will Work within the Acute Mental Health Inpatient Services, in collaboration with the Koori team, Victorian Aboriginal Health Service ​(VAHS) and the Wilam Ngarrang Unit, to provide evidence based, culturally responsive SEWB assessments and support for First Nations consumers and their families and kin.

You will be a key part of an existing multidisciplinary team, providing direct support to consumers during their admission and in collaboration with (VAHS).

In addition, you will promote holistic discharge planning to support a seamless transition to the community. You will also provide education to the AIS team to support improving SEWB outcomes for First Nations Consumers.

Duties

• Engage with First Nations consumers, families, carers and or external community supports i.e. (VAHS) within three days of their admission to the Koori Team under SEWB admission.
• Contribute to assessments of First Nations consumers and actively promote the inclusion the families, carers and or external community, with emphasis on social and emotional wellbeing needs.
• Identify referral pathways, and support engagement with these pathways, working collaboratively alongside the Koori Team.
• Complete Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing Formulation assessments for First Nations consumers.
• Consult with community regarding Social and Emotional Wellbeing model and other experts of the field to ensure competency and cultural safety and appropriateness.
• Design, develop and facilitate the delivery of specialised resources and training that relate to the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Model for the Mental Health Department.

Classifications for this position will range from Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3 Year 1-2 or Allied Health equivalent (SW 2/OT2)

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse classification will range from NP81 - NP82 ($100,932.00 - $103,812.80 per annum pro rata)
• Social Worker classification will range from SC21 - SC24 ($90,234.60 - $103,724.40 per annum pro rata)
• Occupation Therapist will range from VF6 - VF9 ($90,235.60 - $103,724.40 per annum pro rata)

Your Contribution

• Of Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander descent - this is an identified position in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act (2010).
• Bachelor of Nursing or Allied equivalent with minimum 2 years' experience in relevant acute mental health/community setting.
• Current practicing certificate (AHPRA registration).
• Nurses should hold a post registration qualification in Mental Health (or relevant overseas qualifications).
• Allied Health should possess mental health experience in a relevant acute mental health/community setting.
• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off.
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne's best cafes and public transport.
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

About St Vincents Mental health and wellbeing service

St Vincent's is proud of its international reputation in the delivery of Mental Health Services and the use of the 'Strengths Model' and its principles. St Vincent's Mental Health is a dynamic and innovative service that lives and embeds compassion, excellence, integrity and justice within the work that we do. The Mental Health service includes a 44-bed adult acute inpatient unit which provides care for people living in the cities of Yarra and Boroondara; the Koori state-wide Inpatient Mental Health Service; and a wide range of community teams providing care based on individual needs.

Working at St Vincent's
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

• The First Nations Health Clinician/ Social Emotional Wellbeing worker is an Identified position.

If you would like a copy of the Position Description, please contact [email protected]

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.