Koori Liaison Officer - Child & Youth Mental Health

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent, Full-time with flexible ADO
• Based in Moorabbin
• Indigenous Community Development Worker YA36-YA54 depending on qualification and experience
• Supported with cultural supervision and cultural support

What's in it for you

• Frequent professional development opportunities
• Regular professional supervision
• Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment

About us

Alfred Infant Child and Youth Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is friendly to infants, children, young people and their families/carers. 
We provide accessible mental health services inclusive of family, friends and support networks. 
We are a specialist, multi-disciplinary and intensive care mental health service incorporating the lived and living experience of family peer specialists and youth peer workers. 
Our service is divided into two streams 0-11 and 12-26 years, and includes specialist services in the areas of perinatal care, neurodevelopmental presentations, eating disorders and outreach support.
Alfred Health staff share they are proud of the workplace at ICYAMHWS, including shared values and attitudes, inclusion of diversity, company culture, innovation and impact, and career growth. ICYAMHWS staff feel working at ICYAMHWS is meaningful as they experience a sense of connection in what they do, express feeling valued in the work they undertake, and that they are making a difference. Alfred Health prides itself on taking care of their staff by providing support, supervision, reflective practice, education and professional development, whilst challenging them to grow. 
The Victorian Royal Commission into Mental Health recommended delivering better clinical mental health and social wellbeing services for  Aboriginal people through reform and cultural safety within mainstream mental health services. We are seeking a Koori mental health Liaison Officer to assist in providing better cultural , emotional and social support to aboriginal children and their families aged 0-25. The successful applicant will have a strong focus on early intervention, in providing culturally safe care in partnership with aboriginal community controlled health organizations through both primary and secondary consultations.  Improving responsiveness, access and support. The role will build on existing designated aboriginal positions within Alfred Health and establishing linkages with elders and aboriginal people.

What we need from you

• Qualifications in Aboriginal Studies, Mental Health, Community Work, Youth Work, Welfare Work, Social Work or Psychology are relevant and desirable. If the successful applicant does not hold one of the qualifications or similar listed above, they will be supported to enrol and commence a relevant course of study within 6 months of commencement of the position.
• Desirable: Experience working with:
  • Aboriginal communities in the delivery of social and emotional wellbeing programs or mental health services or
  • Aboriginal health programs or
  • Aboriginal community services
• Full Covid-19 and 2024 Influenza vaccinations
• Current Victorian Driver's License
• Current Working with Children Check and be willing to undergo a Background Check

Other benefits

• Portable long service leave from other public health services
• Great employment benefits as part of Alfred Health:
  • Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
  • Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
  • On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
  • Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
  • Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
• Located close to public transport, shops and cafes

If this opportunity sounds like it is for you, click the APPLY button, include your resume and cover letter. 

For more information regarding the position please contact Glenda Pedwell on 0438509453 or Erin Joyce on 90766514 for more details.

Closing date: Sunday, 7th July 2024 by 11pm AEST

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au