#519133 Aboriginal Health Worker Department of Social Worker Calvary Mater Newcastle Permanent Full-Time Permanent Full-TimeSalary Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker Year 1-9.Remuneration: $31.52 - $45.57 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO'sTHE ROLE: The Aboriginal Health Worker - Palliative Care will facilitate culturally tailored care for Aboriginal people, their families and community facing life limiting illnesses.
The Aboriginal Health Worker will support culturally safe models of care, including shared care, across the community and inpatient operations of the palliative care service and its partners.
As a member of the Social Work and Palliative Care Department, the Aboriginal Health Worker will work collaboratively to lead better community and stakeholder engagement, as well as awareness and education.
Whilst this is a Full-time position, part-time applicants and job share could be considered.
DUTIES: Provide tailored and acceptable care coordination for patients, families and communities receiving inpatient palliative care in a Hospice setting.Cultural leadership and advocacy in the development of departmental models of care, including culturally safe and effective bereavement services and referral pathways.Work as an expert member of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that appropriate assessment, care planning and management is tailored to individual needs and preferences of each Aboriginal client, their family and significant others.ABOUT YOU: This is a position identified for Aboriginal people and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criteria. Please review the Position Description for more information.Minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or Certificate III qualification in a relevant health or community field.Demonstrated understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal People in contexts of illness, loss and grief, and relevant policies and strategies.Current NSW Drivers licence – The position requires travel within the community.A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission-based organisation.HOW DO YOU APPLY? Click 'Apply for Job' and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)Attach a current resume.Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you'll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.
Please note the following: As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
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