• Are you a registered Social Worker?
• Join one of the largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations in the NT!
• Highly attractive salary negotiable on experience plus super, salary sacrifice, relocation assistance & remote area allowance!
• Live in the beautiful Katherine region with a huge array of national parks, waterfalls and space for adventure!

About Sunrise

Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.

The Sunrise approach involves Aboriginal communities taking part in controlling their own health. Everything from financial management and governance, staff selection and service delivery priorities are directed by the organisation's Aboriginal Board and Community Health Committees.

Servicing nine communities spread over 45,000 square kilometres, the Sunrise footprint covers Aboriginal communities that are some of the most disadvantaged in the Territory with some of the most complex health issues. Yet despite this, the ethos and practices of Sunrise Health have it be a leader, both nationally and in the Territory, for both national and Territory performance indicators.

Acute health care does not make people well - it is only when health issues and the social determinants of health are addressed, that families and communities become well – a challenge that Sunrise Health is committed to address with each of its communities and with the expectation that each of its employees will adopt and uphold this culture.

About the Opportunity

Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation now an opportunity for a Registered Social Worker based in Katherine, servicing remote NT on a full-time basis.

As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker reporting to the Health Access Manager, you will provide expert support to clients requiring mental health care, their families and the remote based staff.

This position requires travel by light plane or 4WD, with overnight stays up to a week in the surrounded communities including Mataranka, Ngukurr, Bulman, Minyerri, Beswick/Wugularr and Barunga.

As a Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Provide information and education to individuals and groups on issues related to mental health and social and emotional well-being.
• Conduct mental health screening of all community members using a recognised screening tool for the early detection of mental health issues and refer at-risk patients to specialised services for early management; and
• Follow up at-risk patients and those referred back after being discharged from specialised services.

What will you need to succeed?

To be successful in the Accredited Mental Health Social Worker position you will hold current registration as a Social Worker with a Medicare provider number, and demonstrated experience in mental health.

The successful candidate will have previous working experience, with any experience in the Northern Territory or remote work highly regarded, although not essential.

Able to demonstrate a commitment to the objectives and ethos of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations such as Sunrise, you will have a clear respect for Aboriginal culture, and be willing to learn from the Aboriginal community and outreach team members. 

Your well-developed interpersonal skills will enable you to communicate confidently and effectively. Independently driven with the ability to schedule your own workload and travel, you will also be able to work collaboratively with other health team members.

Please note: Applicants must have a current unrestricted Australian Drivers License, and consent to a National Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing.

About the Benefits

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to work with an organisation that's building the capacity of remote Aboriginal communities in order to improve their health and wellbeing.  

Your dedication will be rewarded with a highly attractive salary circa (based on  skills and experience) and salary packaging options up to $15,899 per year.

You will also have access to a wide range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks leave per year;
• Relocation assistance,
• Accommodation (when travelling outside of Katherine);
• Up to 10 days study leave;
• Remote allowance;
• Annual retention bonus of $5000; and
• Travel allowance (when working away from clinics).

Working at Sunrise Health Service and living in the Katherine region has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory. With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.

About the Katherine Region

A region full of misty waterfalls, untouched gorges, and stunning landscapes, the Katherine Region is the crossroads of Australia's north, where the outback meets the rainforest. Explore world-famous national parks, canoe along the mighty Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, or take a dip and unwind at the Katherine Hot Springs.

This is a unique opportunity to support families and young children in some of the most disadvantaged communities in the Territory - Apply Now.