21 Oct
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Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service
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Broome
21 Oct
Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service
Broome
About Us
Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) is a well-established Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that has been supporting the Broome community for over 40 years. Headquartered in Broome, Western Australia, BRAMS provides holistic, culturally safe primary healthcare, aged care, and community programs to Aboriginal people throughout the Kimberley region.
With a strong focus on person-centred, trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, BRAMS delivers services designed around the needs of Aboriginal individuals and families. Our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to improve health outcomes and promote wellbeing across the lifespan.
Our vision: Healthy People – Strong Community – Bright Future.
About the Role
Support Aboriginal Elders and their families to navigate the aged care system and access culturally responsive services. In this rewarding role, you will provide advocacy, care coordination and practical support to help Elders remain connected to family, culture and community while achieving their goals and maintaining independence.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Provide practical support that reflects each Elder’s goals, preferences and cultural needs.
- Build respectful relationships using communication approaches that align with Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing.
- Support Elders to understand aged care pathways, My Aged Care processes, assessment types and available services in clear, accessible language.
- Assist Elders and families to prepare for assessments, including identifying goals, discussing needs and gathering relevant information.
- Attend assessments when requested to support cultural safety, communication and comfort.
About You
If you are passionate about supporting Aboriginal Elders, strengthening connections to culture and community, and helping people access the care they need, we encourage you to apply today. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while contributing to high-quality, culturally safe aged care services across the community.
You’ll bring:
- This is an Aboriginal Identified Position.
- Experience working with Aboriginal Elders, families or community members.
- Understanding of cultural, social and historical factors that affect the wellbeing of Aboriginal Elders.
- Ability to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed and person-centred support aligned to the BRAMS Model of Care and Quality Care Framework.
- Ability to explain aged care pathways, My Aged Care processes and service options in clear and simple language.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills in community settings.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Basic computer skills and ability to complete accurate documentation.
- Positive organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Highly regarded:
- Experience in aged care support, My Aged Care navigation or service coordination.
- Experience working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
- Knowledge of aged care programs, assessments, providers and care planning.
Why Join Us?
BRAMS offers a competitive salary of $85,000 – $95,000 PLUS Super, along with a supportive and inclusive work environment and a host of generous benefits, including:
- Salary Packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 Meal & Entertainment Benefits
- $1,300 Remote Area Allowance
- Up to 6 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
- Free access to BRAMS GP, Dental & Allied Health services for you and your family
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Please note that accommodation is NOT provided for this role, and candidates will need to secure their own housing locally.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
BRAMS is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants are subject to child safety screening processes and must uphold our safeguarding values at all times.
Next Steps
Please submit your applications via SEEK.
To find out more, please contact us at ***********@brams.org.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
BRAMS will commence shortlisting and interviews as applications are received. We encourage applicants to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.
Please note that candidates will be subject to pre-screening as per the below:
National Police Clearance
Working with Children’s Check
Pre-Employment Health Declaration
Influenza Vaccination (BRAMS is a mandatory influenza vaccination organisation and annual vaccination is required)
Safeguarding Children Declaration
Drivers Licence Check
Identity Check
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