Casual - Aboriginal Health Worker
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- Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
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- REQ533610 Requisition #
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $60,398 - $87,301 pro rata
Hours Per Week: Casual
Requisition ID: REQ533610
Applications Close: 27 November 2024
Location: Illawarra or Shoalhaven
Help increase access to health treatment and prevention services for Aboriginal people within the community.
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
As the Aboriginal Health Worker (AHW), you will work collaboratively with healthcare service providers across the District to ensure Aboriginal people have appropriate access to healthcare. You will also provide health promotion and education programs appropriate to the needs of the Aboriginal community, with a primary focus on the Chronic Disease for Aboriginal People Model of Care.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
Please review applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role, Corroboration of Aboriginality and community and other important application information.
Selection Criteria
- Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW) and have demonstrated knowledge of current Commonwealth, State and Local Aboriginal health priorities and ability to effectively and sensitively liaise and communicate with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities and agencies.
- Hold a minimum Certificate III in Aboriginal Primary Health Care Work (Community Care) or equivalent health training and experience, also a willingness to undertake further education, as required.
- Well-developed verbal communication skills with an ability to work effectively with a range of health professionals/ service providers/agencies to ensure coordination of care and appropriate allied health and social services referrals for Aboriginal people.
- Demonstrated computer skills with an ability to maintain accurate and appropriate records in appropriate information systems and collate data in spreadsheets, diaries/calendars, as well as produce routine electronic written correspondence, project plans or educational materials and program reports.
- Current drivers licence Class C and ability and willingness to travel within the LHD for work purposes.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Zane Rice on Zane.Rice@health.nsw.gov.au
Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information
Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
