Organisation : Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre
Location : NSW Regional (Taree)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Community Development, Community Engagement, Indigenous, Industry Associations, Mental Health, Women, Youth & Young People
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $83,000-$100,000. Flexible PT role (24hrs/week)!
Application closing date : 18 Sep, 2020
About the organisation
About Biripi ACMC
Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre (Biripi ACMC) is a community-controlled organisation funded by numerous Agencies and levels of Government. Based in Taree, the Centre delivers a range of services in the region, including preventative programs and management of aged care, medical care, chronic disease care, maternal and child health services, home nursing services, social, emotional and well-being services.
Since 1981, Biripi ACMC has encouraged families and the wider community to participate in health promotion activities such as dental check-ups, medical checks and other services. They also help families and individuals to access and participate in Aboriginal community activities, programs and events.
About the role
- Are you passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people?
- Join an influential and supportive Not-For-Profit Organisation in Taree, NSW!
- Enjoy flexible part-time hours (up to 24 per week) and an attractive hourly rate circa $66-$80 plus super, negotiable relocation assistance and more!
About the Opportunity
Biripi ACMC now has an integral opportunity for a Registered Psychologist to join their clinical team in Taree, NSW on a part-time permanent basis, with flexibility to work up to 24 hours per week.
Reporting to the Practice Manager, you will be responsible for providing Aboriginal people with counselling and psychological health services to improve the health and wellbeing of the community.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but will not limited to:
- Managing the provision of specialist counselling and psychological health services to the Aboriginal community;
- Providing assessment and treatment programs to improve the psychiatric health of Biripi clients; and
- Assisting in health promotion and education activities to bring awareness to the mental health issues arising in the Aboriginal community.
About the Benefits
Biripi ACMC is an organisation that prides itself on rewarding staff for their passion, hard work and determination, and as such, offers a range of great benefits.
As an integral position within the clinic, you will receive an attractive hourly rate circa $66-$80 plus super, negotiable based on your experience and qualifications, along with flexible part-time hours, giving you ample time to explore NSW’s stunning Mid North Coast!
As a Not-For-Profit Organisation, Biripi also offer salary sacrificing options up to $15,950. Relocation Assistance is negotiable for the right candidate, to help you get settled into town.
Biripi ACMC also offers ongoing training opportunities, paying for or otherwise supporting any related courses or training that interest you, including mandatory CPD renewal courses.
Moreover, you’ll get the chance to work with an organisation that makes a real impact to Aboriginal health in the local and wider community.
People who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply.
About Taree
The vibrant centre of the Manning Valley, where Northern NSW’s stunning coastline intersects with its unspoilt hinterlands, Taree is a historic town nestled on the banks of the Manning River. An ideal spot to enjoy riverside walks, cruises, plenty of cafes, restaurants, pubs and wineries, not to mention an abundance of fresh produce and seafood, the region is perfect for those looking to escape the city lights and enjoy life at their own pace.
Less than a four-hour drive from Sydney, with daily flights operating out of the Taree Airport to the NSW capital, the area is easily accessible all year round for locals and tourists alike. Enjoy some of NSW’s best scenic drives, explore national park wilderness, and experience a strong sense of community at the local farmers and Cundletown markets, and don’t forget to catch the annual Easter Powerboat Spectacular!
Improve the health and wellbeing of the local community. Make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal people – Apply Now!
How to apply
#PBA1Please quote in application: Registered Psychologist via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development, #Community_Engagement, #Indigenous, #Industry_Associations, #Mental_Health, #Women, #Youth_and_Young_People
