Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Health Education OfficerRemuneration: *************Hours Per Week: 19Requisition ID: REQ******Advertising Closes: 08 June ****What you'll be doing As the Aboriginal Peer Worker you will use lived experience as an Aboriginal person navigating your own mental health journey to support people using the mental health service.
You will be based in Port Macquarie and will also outreach to Kempsey.You will build rapport and promote hope for the people you work with.
You will ensure that the care pathways are culturally appropriate and people are given the appropriate support to access other services.
There is also an aim that you will be able to contribute to building the cultural capacity of the service to work with Aboriginal people in environments and systems that are not always appropriate for Aboriginal people.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruitMid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.




We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every prospect to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.
Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.
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1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Tayt Rosenbaum on ****** Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - ******'Get to know our Health District' - MNCLHDCode of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector EmployeesMid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.
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📌 Aboriginal Peer Worker - Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service - Port Macquarie - (Identified) (Victoria)
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