This is an identified position.Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health Worker provides culturally responsive social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing mental illness.
Working within the Resource Team at Metro North Mental Health, the role supports consumers, families and communities through culturally safe engagement, assessment, care coordination and recovery-focused mental health support.
The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team, contributing to triage, assessment, co-case management and culturally informed interventions.
The role also provides cultural advice and support to clinicians, strengthens links with community services and promotes improved social and emotional wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
Demonstrate strong knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, communities, protocols and history, with an ability to provide culturally safe support and advocacy.
Provide culturally informed assessments, interventions and care coordination to support recovery, early intervention and relapse prevention for consumers experiencing mental illness.
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary mental health teams to contribute cultural advice, co-case management and support for consumers and their families.
Develop and maintain robust relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities,



government agencies and non-government organisations to improve access to services and support continuity of care.
Support cultural capability initiatives, community engagement activities and the delivery of culturally responsive mental health and social and emotional wellbeing services.
Benefits when working for us
Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to *****% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education.
With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here:
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
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📌 Advanced A&Tsi Mental Health Worker (Queensland)
🏢 Metro North Hospital And Health Service
📍 Queensland