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We have a great opportunity for dedicated and experienced people leader to join our Darwin City Clinic as our Clinic Manager. Take on this important role improve the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians by reaching out to the community and promoting better health choices. We will provide great learning opportunities, giving you the chance to grow your skills and progress your career.
WHO WE ARE
Established in 1991, Danila Dilba Health Service (DDHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation providing comprehensive primary health care to Biluru communities in the Yilli Rreung Region of the Northern Territory. We aim to improve the physical, mental, spiritual, cultural, and social wellbeing of our clients through innovative comprehensive programs based on principles of equity, access, empowerment, determination, and collaboration.
Have a look at our website and our annual reports to learn more about us Home | Danila Dilba (ddhs.org.au)
DISCOVER DARWINS BOUNDLESS OPPORTUNITIES
If you are not from the Territory, or Darwin, please have a look at what we have to offer, you might be very surprised. If you are looking for a connected place, rich in culture, that is beautiful and filled with potential than have a look at the boundless opportunities we have to offer. You won’t find a city that is warmer and more welcoming, filled with diverse and optimistic people. If you are open minded, with a spirit for the creative and quirky, I suggest you continue to explore:
WHAT WILL YOU FOCUS ON
Leading a diverse team of 14 in our medium sized city clinic, you will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of quality, culturally sensitive , primary health care clinical service programs aimed at improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents of the greater Darwin Region.
We have a number of Clinics located across the Darwin area, so you will have the ability to join a broader team of likeminded peers that you can learn from and bounce ideas off.
This is a diverse and busy role where you will work closely with both clinical and no clinical staff. To see more detail about the role please go to our website ddhs.org.au or click Apply Now.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
- Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Proven clinical competence in a clinical practice environment.
- Demonstrated leadership and organisational abilities to understand and manage budget and people matters relevant to the operation of the clinic.
- Proven communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to work constructively with people from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Proven cross-cultural competence relevant to the DDHS environment.
- Knowledge of Aboriginal health issues and understanding of Aboriginal history, culture and aspirations and the role of community-controlled health organisations.
- Proven abilities in clinical records management and the preparation of quality documentation including reports, letters, policies, and procedures.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
DDHS values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures, and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identifies, and all age groups to apply.
WHAT WE OFFER
- An organisation with 31 years history and good standing in the areas we work.
- The ability to have a meaningful purpose driven role, with a reputable organisation who are always looking for diverse, new talent to come and join us.
- A culture committed to diversity, with a significant amount of key leadership positions being filled by Aboriginal talent.
- 6 weeks annual leave per annum and paid leave loading.
- Generous salary packaging which we can provide due to our not-for-profit status, which typically has a significant increase your take home pay. For more information on NFP tax savings Tax Savings Calculator - GO Salary.
- Development and education support.
APPLICATIONS
For further information, please contact Tiana McCoy on 08 8942 5400 or at recruit@ddhs.org.au using the subject line: Clinic Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Please submit your CV with a covering letter addressing the selection criteria by the closing date via the APPLY NOW button.
COMMITTED TO PROTECTING CHILDREN
Danila Dilba Health Service is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that we will conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.
