Senior Aboriginal Health Outreach Worker
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District – Sydney CBD NSW
Employment Type
:TemporaryPart Time until 30 June ****
Position Classification
:Aboriginal Health Worker Senior
Remuneration
:$***** - $***** per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week
:35
Requisition ID
:REQ******
Location:
Sutherland Hospital
Applications Close:
Sunday 16 August ****
This is an Aboriginal Identified role. We are seeking someone who brings cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person. As part of your application, we ask you to provide documentation confirming your Aboriginality. Your cultural capability will also be assessed throughout the recruitment process.
What you'll be doing
The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is 'exceptional care, healthier lives'. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.
The purpose of the role of the Aboriginal Health Outreach Worker (Integrated Team Care Program) is to:
Establish links with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to encourage and support the increased use of health services within SESLHD.
Understand and identify barriers and solutions for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in accessing health services in SESLHD.
Support health professionals and health services to ensure culturally appropriate and safe policies and practices are implemented when engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
To be a person of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Act ****.
Holds or aspires to hold a minimum III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Workers works and relevant experience in the delivery of Aboriginal Health Programs.
Demonstrated highly developed skills in oral and written communication and computer literacy.
Demonstrated ability to inform and support the development of Aboriginal health programs/services and their implementation.
Ability to engage with Aboriginal organisations, mainstream health services, NGO's and government services.
Comprehensive understanding of challenges and barriers related to Aboriginal health, particularly around chronic disease.
Demonstrated experience in case management or care coordination working with Aboriginal families.
Valid drivers licence and ability to travel in accordance with the role requirements.
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We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work workplace. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email ****** and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants
An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor all positions prior to offer
We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support(******)and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website
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