• Roebourne WA location
• Make a real difference
• Join a fun and dynamic workplace

About Mawarnkarra Health Service (MHS)

Mawarnkarra (MHS) is the largest primary health care provider providing direct services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in the Roebourne area. MHS provides the families of Roebourne with a fully functional and accredited Clinic that treats approximately 3,000 people per year.

Delivering quality medical services to improve the physical, spiritual, cultural, social and emotional wellbeing for families. MHS aspires to be a strong, sustainable and recognised health service that builds healthier communities and positive change for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and those who call Roebourne home.

MHS is looking for people who want to make a real difference in the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

The Position
Culture Care Connect - Aftercare is a proactive service that is designed and delivered to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis. Aftercare provides a safe environment, culturally-appropriate care coordination, and support and linkages with different aspects of treatment or response.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. (Refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (WA) 1984).

The Requirements

• Contribute to a localised service delivery model for aftercare services through a co-design approach with local Community, using NACCHO’s National Model of Care, and other resources, as a framework.
• Provide aftercare services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals who have been referred following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis in line with agreed service delivery model.
• Build and maintain strong referral pathways, including but not limited to the following services: acute care services, primary care services, schools, police, funeral services, Alcohol and Other Drug Services, mainstream and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led mental health services.
• Participate in the Aftercare Services Community of Practice, established to support ACCHOs in setting up and maintaining Aftercare Services, and facilitate sharing of best practice and expertise.
• Undertake reporting on aftercare activities in line with contract requirements including ensuring appropriate data collection.
• Maintain client confidentiality.

Other Requirements

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or equivalent training and/or experience.
• Mental Health qualifications and/or experience.
• Current Western Australian drivers license
• COVID-19 vaccinated
• Consent to undergo a WA Working With Children Check and a National Police Clearance
• Current CPR certificate
• Able to pass regular and random drug and alcohol testing
• Attend and participate in the professional development program and relevant external seminars and conferences, as approved.

Remuneration Benefits include:

• Salary of $75,075 - $97,196 p/a pro rata
• 11.5% Superannuation
• Housing and District allowances (subject to eligibility)
• Generous Salary Sacrifice options available

Applications

Please address the Skills and Experience mentioned above, in your Resume/Cover Letter.

MHS may commence appointment proceedings immediately, appoint by invitation or make no appointment at all. This opportunity is only open to candidates with the right to work in Australia.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. (Refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (WA) 1984).