Clinical coordinator- Former Refugee Mental Health & Addictions Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)Please note that we do not accept applications via seek. Apply through the following job link: https://wellsouth.bamboohr.com/careers/365At WellSouth, we are dedicated to promoting health equity, ensuring everyone has access to the highest quality of care and enabling better health outcomes for people in the Southern region.We offer:A supportive work environment where you'll make a real impact on the lives of our diverse communities.Opportunities for personal and professional growth.A commitment to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.To support the health and wellbeing of our employees we offer flu vaccinations, an annual wellness voucher and a day off on your Birthday.5 weeks annual leave after two yearsSick leave entitlement of 5 days will be available from commencement of employment and another 5 days at 6 months of employment. 10 days entitlement will be available at 12 months service thereafter.Do you want to have an impact on care across the sector?Are you looking for a role with variety?Is patient voice and choice central to your practice?As the Clinical Coordinator of Former Refugee Mental Health and Addictions you will work with former refugees and families who are entering New Zealand as part of the Refugee Quota program to ensure appropriate assessments, referrals and people have equitable access to support and appropriate services.Within this role, you will work alongside families to hold their voice and choice central to the care they receive. This will include providing direct support to former refugees and families through psychoeducation, educating about mental health and addictions supports, and when required, holding a case load where brief intervention is provided.As the sector wide contact for referrals relating to the mental health and/or addiction needs of former refugees and their families, you will work in partnership across the health sector, social service agencies and community organisations to meet the needs of the client and their families.In joining the former refugee team you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working from a variety of settings including WellSouth, General Practices, and out in the community, including patient's homes in the wider Southland area.To be successful in the role you will:Minimum 3 years' experience in working with those experiencing mild-severe mental health difficulties.Experience working with former refugees and their families is desirable.Recognises and is knowledgeable of cultural differences and needs of former refugees and their families. Able to attend to the needs of people presenting within the service.Able to deliver trauma informed care and evidenced based therapeutic interventions.Experience in working with persons across the age spectrum presenting with mild -severe Mental Health and/or Addiction needs.Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of community resources and Health Services and be familiar with key interface issues.Has well-developed advisory/consultative and facilitation skills.Be a Registered Health Professional, experienced in primary/community care and with a current practising certificate and a clean driver's licence.A strong commitment to working as part of a supportive team and on autonomous projects will be crucial to success. On occasion you may be required to work non-standard hours and travel within the region.We look forward to receiving your application!Please note that we don't always work to fixed closing dates & may interview candidates as their applications are received.Applications must include a CV, and a cover letter.WellSouth is smokefree and we support the Government's Vision of a Smokefree Aotearoa 2025.WellSouth Primary Health Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
