• WE HELP OURSELVES - SUNSHINE COAST
• Seekking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Worker - Identified Role
• Full Time (Part Time or Job Share considered)

Are you experienced in or have knowledge of the AOD/Mental Health/Community Services field and are looking to expand your career?

Do you want to contribute to WHOS cultural approach and activities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Worker to join our team at Nambour.

This position will support our culturally appropriate activities and initiatives and the engagement and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients with the service.

We are looking for applicants with good communication and networking skills, an understanding of the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who can bring or build linkages with key Aboriginal individuals, communities and community organisations. Ensuring a culturally safe environment is a key aspect of this role.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

• A qualification in a community service-related course, such as Aboriginal Health, AOD, Mental Health, or working towards a qualification.
• Knowledge and understanding of the impact of harmful AOD use on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s health and wellbeing.
• Ability to access or develop and deliver culturally appropriate programs and resources.

• Ability to effectively communicate, collaborate and consult with others and interact sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Computer literacy and ability to learn and use relevant programs, including those for client’s records and data reporting.

This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position (an applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is permitted underSubdivision 2 of the Qld Anti-Discrimination Act 1991).

Remuneration negotiable based on experience and qualifications and according to award conditions.

Send a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your CV to [email protected] using the subject line: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Worker - Identified Role - Sunshine Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs.