Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)
Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health (Kambu Health) is a not-for-profit community owned health, human services and education organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Ipswich and west Moreton region. We provide primary, allied and specialist health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Kambu Health practices a holistic and preventative approach to health, complemented with long-term healthy lifestyle change programs and services. Our community is at the heart of everything we do, and they set the direction for our service. When you join us, you will find a welcoming and caring community created by professional, down-to-earth individuals who are passionate about our mission.
Kambu Health provides services that are outside of the health scope including youth mentoring, child protection and wellbeing services, children and family centre and long day care.
OUR VISION
“To improve the Health and Wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Ipswich and west Moreton region.”
Kambu Health Values
Community
Quality
Respect
Accountability
Confidentiality
About the Role
Kambu Health is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community, with a strong commitment to mental health and well-being. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Mental Health Clinician to join our dynamic team.
As a Mental Health Clinician at Kambu Health, you will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to provide assessment, therapeutic counselling, case management and care co-ordination. Some clients may engage in individual therapeutic counselling, whilst others may require a combination of counselling and case management/care coordination.
The objectives of Kambu Health mental health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals encompasses a broad range of goals aimed at promoting mental well-being and recovery of individuals experiencing mental health challenges. This is done through supporting individuals to achieve optimal mental health, functioning and quality of life, whilst also promoting social inclusion and recovery.
Required to:
- Provide culturally appropriate Social Work clinical services for clients, in accordance with GP Mental Health Plans/Chronic Care Plans, and/or team care arrangements as applicable, which includes psychosocial assessments, interventions, and acute case management, in accordance with statutory requirements, prescribed professional and ethical standards to ensure client focused outcomes.
- Provide culturally appropriate assessment to identify the physical, psychological, and social aspects of a client's social and emotional and other related issues.
- Conduct one-on-one sessions to explore personal challenges, set recovery goals, and develop coping strategies tailored to individual client needs.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions that promote peer support, shared experiences, and collaborative learning among clients.
- Create individualized treatment plans that incorporate the client’s goals, preferences, and specific needs, adjusting as necessary to reflect progress and changing circumstances.
- Apply independent high level clinical decision-making skills integrating evidence-based practice to contribute to multidisciplinary complex case management to achieve best practice outcomes with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision.
- Assist in the planning, development and implementation of programs for clients on a need’s specific basis for individuals using a variety of appropriate intervention models with a continuity of care approach.
- Apply professional knowledge and skills in clinical decision-making commensurate with level of clinical expertise.
About you
- Relevant Tertiary Qualification such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience.
- Proven experience in a clinical setting, preferably within a mental health context.
- Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, histories, and healthcare needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
- A current Blue Card.
- Ability to gain a suitable criminal history check.
- Current C Class Driver’s License (QLD).
- Demonstrated ability to multitask or shift focus and reprioritise tasks as required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
- Possess well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively with a wide variety of stakeholders in a professional manner.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
What we offer
Kambu Health embraces equal employment opportunities, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Benefits we offer to our employees:
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%.
- Five (5) weeks annual leave.
- Annual Christmas closure for all Kambu Health employees, with an additional two (2) gifted annual leave days.
- Non-Taxable Fringe Benefits salary packaging options amounting to $15,886 per annum.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Opportunities for both internal and external career growth, including professional development and networking events.
- Flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs.
- Opportunities to attend community and staff events throughout the year. We strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our mission of serving the community's health needs.
Applications
Submit your resume and a one (1) page cover letter addressing your motivation for applying and the skills, capabilities and experience you will bring to the role.
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources via email at
Your application will include the following questions:
- How many years' experience do you have as a Mental Health Clinician?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have in the healthcare services industry?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
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