Apunipima Cape York Health Council – Cairns QLD
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service. Servicing the communities of Cape York, with the main office is located in Cairns, Apunipima delivers public health care, and social and emotional well-being care, to community members. Being a part of the team at Apunipima means helping us deliver essential services as well as building capacity in communities to manage their own health care needs.
About the Opportunity
Special/equal opportunity measure
This position constitutes a special/equal opportunity measure under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
There is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to bemaleto ensure that cultural protocols and customs are being met
Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases will be conducted for the successful applicant.
Mandatory Requirements
Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
Current Queensland Drivers Licence
National Police Check within the last 3 months or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
Certificate IV in Community Services, Indigenous Mental Health (Suicide Prevention) or Mental Health
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
A minimum of 2 years' experience as a social and community worker
Experience developing,



implementing and reviewing educatin and awareness activities and programs based on client group needs
Well developed written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to liaise with service providers
Knowledge of the case management process and the ability to undertake assessments, develop, monitor and review case plans
The ability to maintain client data and records including preparation of reports
An understanding of the impact of social and emotional wellbeing on an individual's health and wellbeing.
Why work for us?
Market-competitive salary $93,******per annum
Modern facilities and resources
5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
EAP program
Our Culture
Apunipima, meaning "united - all in one" in Injinoo Ikya, was established in **** to advocate and support the health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cape York. Over the years, Apunipima has expanded to become a key primary health care provider across Cape York. Guided by the "Apunipima Way," Apunipima is committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge and respect the voices of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Cape York and ensure our services are culturally responsive, informed, respectful, and ethically sound.
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact ******
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal-opportunity employer
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