Victorian Aboriginal Health Service – Saint Albans VIC
This position is only available to persons of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent (as permitted under The Victorian Equal Opportunity Act **** s12: "A person may take a special measure for the purpose of promoting or realizing substantive equality for members of a group with a particular attribute").
Location:
St Albans
Be part of a supportive & collaborative team
Ongoing training and development
This position is only available to persons of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent (as permitted under The Victorian Equal Chance Act **** s12: "A person may take a special measure for the purpose of promoting or realizing substantive equality for members of a group with a particular attribute").
Location:
St Albans
Be part of a supportive & collaborative team
Ongoing training and development
About the Organisation
The Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) was established in **** to address the specific medical needs of Victorian Aboriginal communities. The organisation has expanded steadily over the past 50 years to provide a comprehensive range of medical, dental, and social services for our community.
As well as providing a variety of medical services, VAHS is committed to supporting the well-being of the community through contributions to community events and activities. VAHS is also committed to assisting research into the ongoing needs of the community.
VAHS is a child safe organisation.
About the Opportunity




An Aboriginal Health Worker in the Koori Maternity Service supports Aboriginal women and families during pregnancy, birth and after the baby is born. They provide culturally safe care, help women feel comfortable in the health system, and support communication with doctors and midwives. Aboriginal Health Workers also offer emotional support, health education and advocate for families to make sure their cultural needs are respected.
Key Responsibilities
Provide culturally safe support to Aboriginal and Torres Islander Women and families throughout pregnancy, birth and postnatal care
Conduct health assessments and screening, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 715 health checks
Provide health education (nutrition, breastfeeding, parenting, pregnancy care)
Assist with administrative tasks for the Koori Maternity Services (KMS)
Build trusting relationships with families and the community to ensure their needs and culture beliefs are respected
Pre-Requisites
Essential:
This position is only available to persons of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (as permitted under The Victorian Equal Opportunity Act **** s12).
Current First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain upon commencement
Victorian Working with Children Check
National Police Check
Victorian Driver's Licence
Essential Qualification(s):
Qualification in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health
Desirable:
Experience working in ATSI Health, MMEx or Medicare.
Important Information
Applications close on Sunday 9pm, 2 August ****.
For further information on the role, please contact ******
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