Social and Emotional Wellbeing Clinical Specialist

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Clinical Specialist

Exciting role based across Inner West metro Melbourne/Naarm Parkville, Flemington and Moonee Ponds sites

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified role
• Join the growing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce at RMH
• Access to cultural support including RMH Elder in Residence and Aboriginal workforce networks

The Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health Service (RMH MHS) is committed to Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB), trauma-informed, recovery-focussed mental health service delivery. This role works across the service to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers receive culturally safe, responsive and accessible care.

This position provides advanced clinical expertise, cultural leadership and system-level influence, supporting workforce capability, improving service access and strengthening partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

Your new role:

• Deliver specialist SEWB-informed assessment, formulation and intervention for consumers with complex needs
• Provide secondary consultation and clinical advice to multidisciplinary teams
• Provide culturally safe welcoming, engagement and care planning
• Deliver cultural consultation, workforce training and reflective practice
• Strengthen pathways and partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations
• Support development of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce

About you:

• You identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• You have extensive experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Advanced clinical skills in mental health assessment, formulation and intervention
• Understanding of Social and Emotional Wellbeing and culturally safe care
• Experience in clinical leadership, consultation and workforce development

Benefit of working with the Royal Melbourne Hospital:

• Contribute to RMH’s Reconciliation commitments and Aboriginal workforce growth
• Values-based organisation with strong professional development pathways
• Attractive salary packaging, CPD leave and flexible conditions
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs
• Opportunities for research, quality improvement and innovation

The RMH is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will provide reasonable adjustments where required.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below.

Trevor Carlisle  (Program Manager) 0417 387 ***

OR Grady Walsh (Team Leader) 0419 766 ***

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.