Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Youth Well being Connector
Country and Outback Health Inc
Posted 4 days ago
Country & Outback Health is a not-for-profit organisation focused on building healthier and happier communities. Delivering a diverse range of mental health, allied health, addiction support, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, NDIS services as well as support services for young people within our headspace centres.
The Role
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Youth Wellbeing Connector will work collaboratively with other staff at headspace to maximize outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and their families. The role will ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people receive mental health support that is culturally sensitive and appropriate.
This includes:
Offering advice to ensure the support encourages young people to remain connected to their culture
Provide strong advocacy for their voices to be heard and develop a strong sense of connection and belonging.
Advise staff of the delivery of culturally appropriate individual and group services.
About You
Identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
Extensive knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and social and emotional wellbeing frameworks
Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal young people, families & communities.
Post-graduate qualification in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health (desirable)
What’s on offer?
A supportive working environment with a great work life balance
Competitive salary package in recognition of your qualifications and experience - $80,967 - $86,758
5 weeks annual leave (+17.5% loading)
Cultural leave
Access to full NFP salary packing benefits so you can reduce your taxable income and increase your take home pay
Application form and job description available https://cobh.com.au/join-our-team/#vacancies
Closing Date: Applications are shortlisted as they come in, so apply today!
For a confidential discussion, please contact: Abby Walker – Centre Manager - 0481 946 076
*** Employment with CObH is subject to a National Police Check (NPC), DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check. All applicants must have current working rights in Australia and a valid driving licence. ***
To learn more about Country & Outback Health and our team please visit: cobh.com.au
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, people with lived experience and people with disabilities.
About Country and Outback Health Inc
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