- Duration: Full time, fixed term until 30 June 2027

- Location: Binyolkga Centre - 28-30 Knuckey Street Darwin NT 0800

- Base Salary: $129,635 - $135,077 per annum (RN 5.1-5.2)

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) clinical program team. The Clinical team is responsible for providing high-quality mental health services. The SEWB Clinical Lead will lead and oversee the delivery of culturally appropriate and trauma informed Mental health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with complex mental health conditions. This role involves managing relationships that include working closely with a multidisciplinary team, such as general practitioners (GPs), psychiatrists, and allied health staff, to facilitate the provision of coordinated clinical care and treatment. SEWB clinical programs are designed to guarantee cultural competence that fosters a holistic approach to health and integrates cultural practices with evidence-based mental health strategies.

What you'll be doing

- Lead the development and education of mental health clinical practices, procedures, and protocols within the SEWB team and DDHS clinical services teams.

- Lead and manage clinical SEWB team and case manage high risk mental health client into external mental health services pathways.

- Deliver high-level, evidence-based mental health service to our clients with mental illness to reduce and prevent repeated admissions to hospitals and to reduce the length of stay in hospitals where admission has occurred.

- Apply professional judgment to high-risk complex mental health client cases and conduct comprehensive assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care in accordance with best practice and clinical guidelines, ensuring collaboration with clients and the multidisciplinary team to achieve health goals and outcomes.

- Provide culturally appropriate interventions (including assessment, therapy,



and case management) to individuals and groups.

- Ensure the development of Mental Health Care Plans for high-risk mental health clients and facilitate the provision of coordinated clinical care and treatment for referred clients.

- Contribute to mental health governance within SEWB and DDHS clinical services by but not limited to program planning, policy and work instruction development, incident reviews, CQI activities, sitting on internal or external governance committees as required.

What we're looking for

- Current registration as a Nurse with AHPRA.

- Postgraduate qualifications in Mental Health Nursing.

- Demonstrated experience in mental health assessment and treatment methods at least 3 years.

- Well-developed knowledge of, and contemporary experience in, working with clients with chronic health conditions and relevant management strategies.

- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team.

- Adaptability and flexibility to changing work environments and requirements.

- Ability to maintain clear clinical documentation and comply with confidentiality.

- Knowledge of the social determinants of health (workplace, economic and social inequalities) that have a profound impact on the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

- Demonstrated ability to use culturally sensitive ways to ensure improved client access to DDHS and/or other health services.

- Proven teamwork, communication,



and interpersonal skills with the ability to constructively negotiate outcomes with a diverse range of people and service providers.

- High level of personal resilience and flexibility with the ability to deal with challenging situations.

- Demonstrated computer skills, especially in the use of client information systems or similar.

About us

Danila Dilba Health Service is a community-controlled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation that has been delivering comprehensive primary health care and community services in the Yilli Rreung region. Our mission is to improve the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of our people.

What we offer

At Danila Dilba Health Service, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including:

- Competitive remuneration and salary packaging options up to $15,990 per annum

- 6 weeks annual leave.

- 5 days paid leave during end-of-year shut down (additional to annual leave).

- Ongoing training and development opportunities

- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

- Employee assistance program

- Supportive and culturally inclusive work environment

For further information, please contact: Jessica Pocock- Senior Manager - Social Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB)| (08) 8942 5***

Employment is subject to:

- Willing to undergo a Police Check.

- Ability and willingness to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).

- Current driver's licence.

- Current CPR certificate or the preparedness to gain one within 6 months of commencement.

- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) be submitted.

- Full rights to work in Australia.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, we encourage you to apply for this role. Click the "Apply now" button to submit your application.

📌 SEWB Clinical Lead (Darwin)
🏢 Danila Dilba Health Service
📍 Darwin