Description:
Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation that aims to empower Aboriginal people to take control of their individual, family, and community health and wellbeing needs through our clinical and community programs.
Our main services are in Wellington, Dubbo, Moree, Western Sydney, Penrith, Nepean, and Blue Mountains, and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.
About the Role:
The Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Psychologist plays a vital role in assessing and supporting the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. Operating within a counselling service model, this position focuses on addressing a range of issues, including mental health challenges, addiction, and behavioural concerns. This role requires a deep understanding of social and emotional wellbeing within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to holistic and culturally safe care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments of client behaviour and social-emotional wellbeing using observation, interviews, and psychometric tests.
- Develop, administer, and monitor tailored treatment therapies to support clients’ needs.
- Maintain accurate client records in accordance with WACHS/GWAHS policies, AHPRA requirements, and best practice standards.
- Ensure all counselling sessions are recorded in the Medicare billing system and verify appropriate referrals, including up-to-date GP Mental Health Care Plans.
- Facilitate referrals and provide information to relevant clinical professionals and community services, including doctors, nurses, psychiatrists, and drug and alcohol services.
- Participate in relevant meetings and training to maintain professional development.
- Maintain active registration with AHPRA as per professional requirements.
Essential Criteria:
- A Certificate of Aboriginality.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., Certificate III/IV in Community Services, Mental Health, AOD Work) or equivalent tertiary qualifications, or working towards one.
- Deep understanding and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture, history, and current issues facing Aboriginal communities.
- Proven experience delivering programs and activities for Aboriginal people.
- Experience in direct care delivery and coordination for mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and community support programs.
- Ability to make appropriate referrals to mental health, AOD services, and community programs.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with an ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
- Flexibility to work across different settings as required.
- Proficiency in using computer software for program data recording.
Mandatory compliance requirements of the position:
- AHPRA registration as a psychologist.
- National Criminal Record Check
- Working with Children Check
- Immunisation Record; including evidence of Health Worker Vaccinations (DTP, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Annual Influenza, COVID-19)
Benefits:
- A competitive salary
- Generous not-for-profit salary packaging
- Becoming an integral part of an enthusiastic and diligent NFP Organisation
For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us at hr@wachs.NET.au. or please visit our website www.wachs.NET.au