Aboriginal Health Project Officer - Child And Maternal Continuity Of Care

SA Health
Job reference: 848440
Location: 5700 - PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, Port Augusta
• Salary: $97,022 - $102,626 p.a - Temporary Full Time (up to 30 June 2024) - ASO6

Overview
The Aboriginal Health Project Officer CMCC contributes to co-design of the implementation strategy for the Continuity of Care Protocols Program (CCP Program) that addresses and reinformed the priorities of both Closing the Gap and Child and Maternal Health initiatives by focusing on how health system performance improvement can ensure that health care provided to Aboriginal people is well organised, relationships are maintained, and information supports Continuity of Care.
The achievement of strategic outcomes/targets under the Closing the Gap Agreement 2020, and SA Health's Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network and DHW strategic priorities for improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people within their region.
The Aboriginal Health Project Officer will achieve this by facilitating and documenting strategic planning processes, the analysis of data and provision of key insights to inform decision making and working collaboratively with a broad spectrum of stakeholders to co-design solutions to identified systems, service, program issues/barriers or gaps.
When you join our dynamic workforce, you will escape the hustle and bustle of city life and be able to take advantage of the endless possibilities for adventure relaxation, recreation and sightseeing. In The Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you can experience cultural diversity, outback locations and regional city conveniences, whilst working in innovative roles to improve the community's health outcomes and wellbeing.
Port Augusta is located 3 hours drive north of Adelaide at the top of the Spencer Gulf. Often known as the "Crossroads of Australia", the junction of 3 major highways. A good-sized country town with real estate opportunities, plenty of shopping facilities, outdoor activities, local cinemas and many eateries. Walking trails, fishing opportunities, natural wonders and heritage sites to explore.
- Aboriginal Workforce
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Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B
SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 848440
Enquiries
Name: Leetoiya Coulthard
Title: Aboriginal Engagement and Development Officer
Phone: 8668 7395
E-mail:
Application Closing Date
Monday 15th January 2024 - 11.55PM
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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.