Aboriginal Mental Health Worker, Sub Acute Facility

Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs,

Central Australia Region
Job title Aboriginal Mental Health Worker, Sub Designation Administrative Officer 4

Acute Facility
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $77,344 - $88,179 Location Alice Springs
Position number 39250 RTF 353258 Closing 31/08/2026
Contact officer Christine Koeff on 08 8951 7714 or christine.koeff@nt.gov.au
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=353258
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
This position is only available to Aboriginal applicants. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE
website.

Primary objective
To promote Aboriginal culture and cultural security of Aboriginal clients and advise staff on approaches appropriate to
addressing mental health problems and illnesses from a cultural perspective.

Context statement
Utilising prior experience preferably in a mental health setting, take a role in the step up – step down Mental Health Sub
Acute Facility as a cultural advocate for Aboriginal clients and provide cultural insights to the Team to improve understanding
and communication between clinicians and Aboriginal people.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Work collaboratively within a step up – step down Sub Acute Facility to provide cultural knowledge and expertise, assist

in delivering Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Education and to assist in the assessment, planning, delivery of services to
Aboriginal consumers; providing cultural insight and information to improve understanding and communication between
Team staff and Aboriginal consumers, carers and stakeholders.

2. Participate in the multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss the care, management and treatment of Aboriginal
consumers.

3. Effectively advocate on behalf of Aboriginal consumers and their families/carers around aspects of mental health to
improve overall mental health outcomes.

4. Participate in professional development activities based on identified consumer and staff education needs.
5. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being

undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
6. Participate in quality initiatives including accreditation processes.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Knowledge and understanding of the issues facing Aboriginal consumers experiencing mental illness in Central Australia.
2. Demonstrated ability to self-manage within a team, and the ability to provide Aboriginal cultural expertise and advice

within a multi-disciplinary team setting.
3. High level of oral and written communication skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
4. Proven ability to communicate and interact effectively with health professionals and Aboriginal community members.
5. Demonstrated Information Technology skills and ability to maintain client records.
6. Possess an NT Driver’s license or ability to obtain one and willingness to travel when required.

Desirable
1. Relevant experience working within a Social and Emotional Framework and/or relevant mental health qualifications.
2. Demonstrated ability to speak and understand at least one Aboriginal language of Central Australia.

Further information
The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and
undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to
the position. This role carries specific immunisation requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to
meet the immunisation requirements associated with Category A healthcare workers (direct contact with blood or body
substances).