CCLHD - Aboriginal Health Worker - Paediatric Behavioural Triage
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: Depending upon qualification
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ587384
Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti Discrimination Act 1977.
This position will enhance engagement and access to the PBTC and involves liaising with patients, family members and carers in supporting and referring them to suitable services. This may be via telephone, telehealth where available, and in hospital and/or community settings. This position will also provide cultural consultation to support the non-Aboriginal workforce who work with Aboriginal children and families, with the aim to increasing the delivery of culturally safe and responsive care.
About the Role:
In this important position, you will use your lived experience and cultural knowledge to support children and families navigating mental health and behavioural services. Your role will include:
- Providing culturally sensitive service navigation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their parents/carers accessing the PBTC.
- Enhancing access to appropriate services through direct engagement in hospitals, community settings, via telephone, or telehealth.
- Supporting children and families by facilitating referrals and follow-up with suitable health and social services.
- Collaborating with clinicians and staff to increase culturally safe and responsive care.
- Offering cultural consultation and guidance to non-Aboriginal team members to improve service delivery for Aboriginal families.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
- Aboriginal Health Education Office Non Graduate
- Aboriginal Health Worker
About You:
- This is an Aboriginal Identified position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d)
of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criteria. - Demonstrated experience providing health education or connection to services and/or relevant vocational qualifications.
- Current Australian Drivers Licence and willingness to work from various locations around the district
- Has experience in working with Aboriginal children and families, particularly in health, social services, or community support settings.
- Is confident in navigating health and community systems to connect families with appropriate support services.
- Has excellent communication, relationship-building, and advocacy skills.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact:
Frances Brogan
Phone: 0447 601 001
Email: frances.brogan@health.nsw.gov.au
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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