VCID No: 749098

This is a Fixed Term opportunity offering 1 FTE (Full Time Equivalent) for 6 months with the possibility of extension and permanency.

About Our Team:

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in Western Australia offer support, advice and treatment to children and adolescents from birth to 18 years who are experiencing mental health challenges.

About the Role:

The Aboriginal Mental Health Coordinator (50D) position is based at the CAMHS Corporate Office in Nedlands.  The role works with the CAHS and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service management teams in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the Aboriginal Mental Health Service providing mentoring and support to Aboriginal mental health professionals and workers, undertaking stakeholder consultation and liaison. Provides cultural leadership to the mental health service in consultation with the CAHS Director of Aboriginal Health.

Key Responsibilities Summary

• Provide leadership, consultation, and strategic advice on the development, implementation, and coordination of Aboriginal Mental Health Services.
• Supervise, mentor, and support Aboriginal Mental Health staff, contributing to recruitment, performance development, and culturally respectful workforce practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, and reporting processes to support service delivery and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with CAMHS teams, Aboriginal health services, Elders, communities, and traditional healers to develop integrated and culturally responsive models of care.
• Facilitate culturally respectful assessment, treatment, case management, advocacy, and support for Aboriginal children, young people, and their families.
• Lead and deliver education, training, and professional development initiatives to enhance cultural capability and Aboriginal mental health knowledge across the workforce.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with community organisations, service providers, Elders, and key stakeholders to strengthen service coordination and community engagement.
• Contribute to governance, quality improvement, safety, and continuous service development activities while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and standards.

CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert. 

How to apply

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page.

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:

• A current resume and cover letter which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
• Evidence Pursuant to section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunities Act, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent (Essential Criteria 1)
• Evidence of your tertiary qualification Tertiary qualification in Aboriginal Mental Health (or equivalent health or social science) or significant relevant experience (Essential criteria 2).
• A written statement addressing Essential Criteria 3-8 and Desirable Criteria 1 and 2 as per the Job Description Form, including relevant examples, in no more than 3 pages maximum.
• The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct Line Manager/Supervisor. We will contact you to seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Role related questions: We encourage you to contact Kay Hlaing – Co Service Director via kay.hlaing@health.wa.gov.au or 08 6456 5800 with any specific questions related to this role.

*Suitability Criteria: Suitability recognises that there is a range of factors - along with having the skills, knowledge and abilities - that constitute merit. These factors included a person's eligibility, ability to demonstrate the right behaviours, ethical alignment and cultural fit. In addition to the Essential Criteria and Desirable Criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form, these requirements will also be considered to determine your suitability for the role. 

Help in submitting your application:  If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form. 

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. 

Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent. 

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within CAHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. These can be permanent full time, permanent part time or fixed term full time, fixed term part time opportunities with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Support for your interview process

CAHS is committed to ensuring that our interview process meets the access needs of all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a disability, enhance access, or support your inclusion and success during the interview, please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team prior to your interview. You can reach the team via CAHS.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au or by calling 08 6456 0321. All enquiries will be treated confidentially. 

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. 

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.