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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

The role of the Full-Time Counsellor is ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people enjoy similar levels of physical, social and emotional wellbeing as enjoyed by other Australians. The program aims to strengthen social and emotional wellbeing wherever possible by providing counselling and/or other supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The program will support strong, healthy and resilient individuals, families and communities which in turn may enhance pathways to education and employment and reduce substance abuse, violence and contact with the criminal justice system.

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

The Requirements

• Good oral and interpersonal communications skills.
• Ability to problem solve effectively on a day to day basis and in a crisis situation.
• Ability to negotiate complex issues with clients.
• Ability to identify situations where a more senior staff member is required for assistance.
• Ability to prioritise workload and demonstrated organisational skills.
• Ability to liaise and develop relationships within the Aboriginal community of the area.
• Commitment to ongoing participation in education, professional development, evidence based research and quality assurance.
• High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities.

Other Requirements

• Relevant qualifications in counselling
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role
• 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
• Complete an online tutorial, safety and hygiene through; https://karratha.wa.gov.au/im-alert-food-safety
• Attend and participate in the professional development program and relevant external seminars and conferences, as approved.

Remuneration Benefits include:

• Salary of $75,075 - $108,374 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).