Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner - Aboriginal Chronic Care Program - Temp Ft

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 30 June 2025
Location: Miller Community Health Centre
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner /Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification
Aboriginal Health Practitioner - $1,285.25 - $1,673.12 per week
Aboriginal Health Worker - $1,157.52 - $1,673.12 per weekRequisition ID: REQ481898
Application Close Date: 28/04/2024
Interview Date Range: 01/05/2024 – 08/05/2024
Contact Details: Maree Tohi – 87818020 |⚫️🟡🔴This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and/or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).⚫️🟡🔴About You

• Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander and are known in the local community? Are you passionate about helping our Local Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander community manage their Chronic Health Conditions?
• Do you have experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people and their families?
• Do you have exceptional communication skills and empathy when working with community?

About the Opportunity
ACCP are currently looking for an amazing Aboriginal Health worker/Practitioner to join our team/family.
The ACCP team is a small but mighty multidisciplinary team made up of Aboriginal Health Workers/Practioners, Care coordinators, Dietitians, Admin, CNC’s, Clinical Team Leader, Facility Manager and ACCP Program Manager.
The team covers the whole SWSLHD with 3 office/clinic sites across the district – Wellama (Bankstown), Budyari (Miller) and ACCP offices (Miller).
The team has a big focus on not only the wellbeing of our clients but also each other.
The team work collaboratively in the provision of specialist services to Aboriginal patients and their families with chronic and/or complex needs in a culturally safe, patient centred way to facilitate optimal health outcomes.
The position aims to ‘Close the Gap’ in health disparities for Aboriginal people by addressing their chronic and complex health conditions and contributing factors.What You'll be Doing
The position is responsible for the provision of culturally safe, patient centred care coordination services to Aboriginal patients and their families with chronic and/or complex needs.
The position will work collaboratively with a clinician to provide assessment, care coordination, and education to patients, families and carers that takes into account clinical, psychosocial and cultural needs.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 below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our for information on how to respond to criteria and . * 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 communities.
• Demonstrated experience delivering culturally safe 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.
• Must possess a valid Australian Drivers Licence (excluding learner driver's licences). If not already in possession, a NSW Drivers Licence must be obtained within 3 months of appointment.

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aims to assist Aboriginal applicants understand how to apply for roles with NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role within South Western Sydney Local Health District, please contact the SWSLHD Aboriginal Workforce Team onWorkplace Giving Program
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South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including .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.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.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.Connect with us on , and .