AOD Counsellor - ACCHS - Mount Isa QLD (JOB -10003749)

Job Title:   AOD Counsellor - ACCHS - Mount Isa, Queensland.

Job Type:  Permanent – Full-Time.

Location:
Mount Isa – may require some travel to remote communities across the North-West and Lower Gulf of Carpentaria region when required.

Practice Information:
The National Youth Mental Health Foundation opened a new centre in Mount Isa in December 2014. The lead agent for headspace Mount Isa is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service that is based in Mount Isa. This mental health service is governed by a consortium of local community organisations and the centre provides early intervention services at no cost for young people aged 12-25 years across 4 core areas:

• Primary Health Care
• Mental Health & Counselling
• Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Services (ATODS)
• Vocational/Educational Services

Position Description:
The purpose of the psychologist is to provide engagement, screening, assessment and coordination of care for young people engaging with the Youth Health and Wellbeing Team and to ensure that a quality, safe and accessible service is provided. You will be expected to implement evidence-based clinical interventions and to coordinate care for young people that present with more complex difficulties. Where indicated the position will provide professional clinical supervision for staff and students.

Position Summary:

• The headspace counsellor will be expected to provide evidence based clinical interventions and to coordinate care for young people aged 12-25 years that present with more complex difficulties within their scope of practice.
• The headspace counsellor will provide clinical professional supervision within their scope of practice and achieved competencies.
• This position is required to provide counselling services including: engagement, screening, assessment and coordination of care for young people in an evidence-based and effective manner.

Qualifications & Experience:
Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor / manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification) with general registration as a Counsellor
• Current membership (or eligibility and willingness to gain membership) of the Australian Counselling Association or equivalent and demonstrated ability to comply with the profession’s code of ethics and practice in accordance with legislation
• The successful applicant will bring to the position experience in a senior practitioner role and relevant tertiary qualifications in Health or Behavioural/Social Sciences with current registration with a professional body.
• You will have a demonstrated ability to build and maintain working partnerships with a diverse community and other stakeholders including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people.
• Experience in providing assessment, intervention and case management services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people is highly desirable
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical, evidence based interventions with young people and their families;
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of supervision with the guidelines of the ACA (or equivalent);
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and issues impacting on service delivery for young people and their families;
• Motivation and enthusiasm to establish an altered pathway/ clinic for young people and their families at headspace Mt Isa;
• Information management and technology skills including experience in the use of electronic client/customer management systems.
• Able to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships.

Practical Requirements:

• Current C Class Drivers Licence (Queensland) – essential
• Satisfactory police check – no serious/criminal/ court record
• Current Blue card (working with children and young people) or willingness to apply for a Blue card
• Travel cross region may be required

Salary Information: 
Competitive Base depending upon qualifications and experience plus superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave + salary sacrifice.

About Mount Isa:
Mount Isa Also known as the 'Oasis of the Outback', Mount Isa offers the relaxed lifestyle and close-knit, supportive community of a small town, without sacrificing the amenities of city living. With a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, but none of the traffic or noise, it is a fantastic place for a "tree change", offering something for everyone, regardless of their interests. Home to the biggest rodeo in the southern hemisphere, which draws visitors from around the world, Mount Isa also offers the perfect jumping off point to explore the nearby national parks, and Lake Moondarra reservoir.

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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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