Coast & Country Primary Care (CCPC) is an accessible and inclusive disability and primary health care provider, who delivers a diverse range of health and community programs and services across New South Wales.
Providing services since 2001, we are a not-for-profit organisation that values people – our team, the people we support and the wider community.At Coast & Country Primary Care our vision is "make a positive impact where we live and work", we live this through our CARE Values; Compassion, Respect, Accountability and Excellence.Job DescriptionAbout the roleYou will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the Medical Outreach Indigenous Chronic Disease Program (Aunty Jean's Program).
You will be required to build community capacity through improved self-management for Aboriginal people with chronic health problems, appropriate partnership arrangements and culturally appropriate activities and self-management strategies.Tasks include but are not limited to the following:Collate clinic information and health information from program participantsAssist participants with health measurements and sign inPromote and market the program to referral sources to encourage participation in the programAssist with administrative functions of the program, including but not limited to, developing information packs, following up referrals and appointments and coordinating venues and clinics when requiredProvide a cultural link to the community, program coordinator and exercise physiologistOrganise transport for participants when requiredSupport the development of care plans for referred clients to enable participation in clinicsParticipate in coordinating clinic activitiesDesired Skills and ExperienceKey Selection CriteriaPrevious experience in a similar positionHolds or is working towards a minimum Certificate III in Aboriginal Primary Health Care, or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works, and a willingness to participate in additional training as requiredDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal societies and cultures and the issues affecting Aboriginal peopleDemonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAbility to work flexible hoursA valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a Criminal Record Check (CRC) issued within the last 12 months that includes working with vulnerable groupsSalary Packaging BenefitsPackage up to $15,900 of your salary each FBT year, which can significantly reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home payPackage up to $2,650 of your meal and entertainment expenses annually per FBT yearSalary Sacrifice Superannuation payments – boost your retirement savingsAdditional paid leave days to be taken during Office closure period at the end of the yearFlare Benefit perks with exclusive discounts and offers on groceries, restaurants, entertainment and travel.Wellness benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and monthly social events organised by our Social CommitteeJob stability & career development opportunitiesTo ApplyCovering letter addressing the Key Selection CriteriaResumeAdditionally, due to the Public Health (COVID-19 Care Services) Order (No2) 2022 on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination from NSW Health, you will be requested to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status.Enquiries: Tina Swale, Team Leader - People & Culture on 02 4365 2294 or ******
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