Employment Type : Permanent Full Time Position Classification : Aboriginal Health Practitioner Remuneration : $67,063.00 - $87,301.00 pa ( superannuation salary packaging options ) Location: Site Negotiable , NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 4 July 2024 – 11:59pm Aboriginal Health Practitioner - Wellbeing Coordinator Care in the Community, Western Virtual Health About the role The Aboriginal Wellbeing Coordinator will join our Care in the Community team and operate within our district wide Planned Care for Better Health program. This program identifies Aboriginal people over the age of 16 leaving a hospital setting (ED or Inpatient), who may require coordinated care within their communities to help support and manage their ongoing health, social and wellbeing requirements. You will operate within a culturally safe holistic model of care, assessing the needs of Aboriginal people in the community by linking them to services and support. As part of the Care in the Community team, you will be working closely with inpatient services, Aboriginal Health practitioners across the LHD, GPs, Aboriginal Medical Services, and the broader health & social care programs. The key focus is to ensure Aboriginal people are supported to access the most appropriate health and social care services, through assessed, planned and coordinated care in the community. This position will be working within the broader Care in the Community Service, Western Virtual Health within Service Delivery. The location for this role is preferably Dubbo, however, candidates with demonstrated skills and experience outside of this location will be considered. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website . To apply for this role: · Click 'Apply' · Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login · Upload your current resume · Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Leanne Stimpson on 0427 232 640 or at Leanne.stimpsonhealth.nsw.gov.au or Trisha Haynes on 0419 848 470 for more information. Additional information for applicants: · This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 – only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 . · This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary). · Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. · To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
