Job Description
Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Term: Ongoing – 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date:
Department : Social Emotinal Wellbeing
The Community Liaison Officer facilitate the delivery of suicide prevention education and interventions and to coordinate postvention efforts including providing support to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, families, and communities throughout the Goldfields Region. The Community Liaison Officer will support the implementation of the Goldfields Region Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander suicide prevention plan. This position does not have any direct service functions to individuals.Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential:
Hold qualification in community service, social work or relevant human services/mental health area and/or nationally accredited training in suicide prevention.
Ability to facilitate the delivery of suicide prevention education and training.
Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to consult, coordinate and liaise with a range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in successfully engaging with all people in a culturally competent manner.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Goldfields Region.
An understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people and knowledge of suicide prevention strategies.
Demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities, Bega employees and liaise effectively with key stakeholders.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy.
Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities.
Current C Class Drivers Licence.
Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
Current CPR certificate.
TO view JDF
Position Term: Ongoing – 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date:
Department : Social Emotinal Wellbeing
The Community Liaison Officer facilitate the delivery of suicide prevention education and interventions and to coordinate postvention efforts including providing support to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, families, and communities throughout the Goldfields Region. The Community Liaison Officer will support the implementation of the Goldfields Region Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander suicide prevention plan. This position does not have any direct service functions to individuals.Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential:
Hold qualification in community service, social work or relevant human services/mental health area and/or nationally accredited training in suicide prevention.
Ability to facilitate the delivery of suicide prevention education and training.
Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to consult, coordinate and liaise with a range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in successfully engaging with all people in a culturally competent manner.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Goldfields Region.
An understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people and knowledge of suicide prevention strategies.
Demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities, Bega employees and liaise effectively with key stakeholders.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy.
Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities.
Current C Class Drivers Licence.
Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
Current CPR certificate.
TO view JDF
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Community Liaison Officer (suicide prevention) position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Kalgoorlie offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
