Job posted: 26/04/2024
Location: South West Region | Warrnambool
Job type: Full time
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
Reference: VG/1790199
Time for a lifestyle change? Join a workplace that's friendly & welcoming!!Located on the beautiful Great South Coast, South West Healthcare offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and psychiatric services. The organisation serves a catchment in excess of 110,000 and comprises of a total of 282 beds and an extensive range of primary and community services.Warrnambool boasts excellent sporting, education (pre-school to university), social and cultural facilities. The city's award winning foreshore promenade is a 5.7km path that stretches from the breakwater along the coastline to the Hopkins River mouth.
About the role The aim of the Aboriginal Liaison Officer (ALO) position is to support improved access to mainstream health services for people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
The ALO has a key role in promoting and enabling the delivering of culturally safe services, supporting patients to access the healthcare they need and working within communities to break down barriers to care.
Position overview 2 Full-time (80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO), On-going positionsSeaside Warrnambool CampusCommunity Development WorkerSalary: Subject to qualifiction and experience What you bring You will demonstrate a strong Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and cultures.
While being efficient with your own time management and attention to detail, you will have the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships both internally and externally with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community and Services.
You would have:
Grade 3 Cert IV Aboriginal and / or Torres Straight Islanders Primary Health Care (Practice) or Cert IV in Aboriginal and / or Torres Straight Islanders Primary Health Care (Community) or equivalent. (Preferred but not essential).Established knowledge of Aboriginal culture, society and kinship networks as well as the ability to communicate with and be accepted by Aboriginal people and communities.A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal primary and secondary health issues.Experience within the Aboriginal Health sector (preferred but not essential).Designated Position Under section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 interested applicants will be asked to supply a completed confirmation of Aboriginality form or a copy of a past completed form. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Where we are. Warrnambool is located on Peek Whurrong and Kirrae Whurrung lands of the Eastern Maar/Gunditjmara nations.
A vibrant and dynamic community that is home to over 35,000 people, Warrnambool has an enviable mix of seaside location, culture and heritage while being a contemporary city.
With outstanding access to sporting, education (pre-school to university) and transport facilities you can enjoy a full calendar of events, attractions and social activities for all ages.
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values, Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
What we offer You will enjoy benefits such as:
Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions.Cultural and ceremonial leave.Internal and external professional development opportunities.A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs.Excellent terms and conditions of employment.How to apply Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 12 May 2024. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
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Job type:Full time
Job classification:Contact:Manager Aboriginal Health |
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