AddressIt’s a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme!
Remuneration: $30.46 - $44.03 per hour + superannuation + salary packagingLocation: Tamworth Community Health Service, Kamilaroi Nation
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health WorkersHours Per Week: 16Requisition ID: REQ494764Applications Close: Thursday 13th June 2024
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Applicants must be female - under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
About the role:
This role sits within our Building Strong Foundations team, which provides free, culturally safe and appropriate early childhood health services for Aboriginal children and their families. Our team consists of Aboriginal Health Workers and Child and Family Health Nurses - together you will be working in partnership with families, parents, carers, and the local community to support the health, growth and development of Aboriginal children, so they are able to fully engage in life and learning.
To help you thrive in the role, we have various opportunities for in house and external education opportunities.
Where you’ll be working:
Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!
At Tamworth Community Health Service, we are a passionate and dedicated team who are excited to welcome you!
About You:
We are looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills while providing culturally safe, compassionate, and family centred care.
Applicants who do not hold a Certificate III health qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care will be supported to complete this.Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:
Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months
Retention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually
PLUS 3 months accommodation assistance (e.g. reimbursement of rent payments or payments for commercial accommodation)
*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.
Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11% superannuation.
Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:
Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year)
Additional personal leave (up to 5 more days per year)
Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs)
Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends
Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the Health Worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via ***************@health.nsw.gov.au to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package.
Benefits:
- Sustainable Healthcare:Together towards zero
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Superannuation contributions
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Additional Information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Meredith Harper on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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