Aboriginal Health Worker - Building Strong Foundations & Aboriginal Maternal & Infant Health Service (Identified)

What you will bring to the role:

1. Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and female (applicant's race and gender is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 and Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW).
2. Has undertaken or is willing to undertake a minimum Certificate III Aboriginal Primary Health Care.
3. Demonstrated ability to provide cultural brokerage with individuals, families who have young children and communities; cultural guidance for the other members of the team; and, facilitate respectful and culturally safe access for individuals, families and communities.
4. Demonstrated understanding of the health and psychosocial issues impacting Aboriginal infants, children and their families.
5. Demonstrated understanding of the relevant policy and procedures within the Local Health District and NSW Health that guide the AMIHS/BSF programs.
6. Demonstrated experience working with and ability to provide social support for families who have young children in collaboration with multidisciplinary AMIHS/BSF team
7. Demonstrated written, oral communication and computer skills and demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team.
8. Current driver's licence and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across the LHD.

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For role related queries or questions contact Jo-Ann Buhler on JoAnn.Buhler@health.nsw.gov.au