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SalaryEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $28.69 – $42.26 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ381829
Application Close Date: 09/04/2023
Interview Date Range: 12/04/2023 – 19/04/2023
Contact Details: Alison Holderness - 0439 292 864 |
This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
About the Opportunity
The position is responsible for the provision of culturally responsive, client centred care coordination service to Aboriginal families with children aged 0-5 within a Sustained Health Home visiting model.
The position will work collaboratively with Child and Family Health Nurses and other allied health professionals to provide assessment, care coordination and education to families and take into account clinical, psychosocial and cultural needs.
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Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible. * This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1977.
- Certificate III in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or relevant qualification OR willingness to complete and to undertake further training as identified.
- Demonstrated understanding of the range of factors that have influenced the health status of Aboriginal children and families.
- Demonstrated experience delivering culturally responsive health services to Aboriginal communities.
- Ability to undertake health/social needs assessments that demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Aboriginal culture and social issues in relation to health matters; and make referrals to community service providers.
- Demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care coordination or case management services.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.
- Current unrestricted Australian drivers licence (P2 Licence Acceptable) subject to obtaining NSW drivers licence within 3 months of appointment.
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Additional Information
Stepping Up – Close the Gap
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Workplace Giving Program
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees also have the opportunity to make a difference to help those less fortunate. Visit the for more information.
Salary Packaging
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Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ?? Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ?? background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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