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If so, please log into SuccessFactors from the intranet and select Home > Careers to apply and view all available roles, including internal-only roles. Full time or part time (4 days a week), fixed term for three yearsParkville location, close to public transport$102,091 – $116,646 (pro-rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave + monthly ADO'sThis is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. The Royal Women's Hospital is located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people.
We pay our respects to their Elders both past and present and acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first people of this nation.
We are one of Australia's oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women's health.
Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.
About the team Badjurr-Bulok Wilam is dedicated to improving the health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, patients, and their families through support, assistance, coordination, and advocacy.
This team is additionally responsible for highlighting matters impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health within the hospital and the broader community.
Badjurr-Bulok Wilam is also responsible for working with hospital staff to increase cultural awareness and sensitivity of healthcare issues for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
About the role In this leadership role you will work collaboratively to advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families, and support the promotion of Indigenous patients' health issues across the organisation and in the community.
You'll also lead and support the Badjurr Bulok Wilam team, and contribute to the implementation of initiatives identified in our RAP and other key projects.
Key responsibilities will see you:
Support multidisciplinary teams in the formulation of culturally safe, competent, evidence-based care including admission and discharge planning as well as culturally safe bereavement care, advocacy, community liaison, and referral.Provide professional supervision, coaching, and mentoring to the Badjurr Bulok Wilam team, setting and evaluating performance goals, and support Aboriginal staff to navigate cultural load.Work closely with the Innovate RAP Project Manager to collaborate and partner on actions stemming from the RAP committee, the Aboriginal Cultural Safety Grant, Replanting the Birthing Trees and other key committees.To be considered for this role you will need to identify and be acknowledged by Community as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Please articulate your connection to Country in your cover letter. You will be someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who has the ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
You'll possess a leadership style that is collaborative and engaging, with a commitment to providing excellence in patient care.
You'll bring with you:
Relevant experience working in public health services and/or Aboriginal community services and/or an accredited Bachelor's degree in a recognised health field ie social sciences, public health or any other relevant qualification.Sound knowledge and understanding of the relevance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, society and kinship networks in relation to the provision of healthcare.Direct service experience in a complex environment working constructively to provide support and advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families.Experience in providing training and education that improves the cultural sensitivity and accessibility of services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families.Demonstrated ability to lead a team, setting strategic goals and drive organisational change.At the Women's you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning.
We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day.
We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:
$11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists.Onsite childcare centre and breastfeeding rooms.Mentoring, learning, and career development opportunities.Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and monthly ADO's for full time.Inclusion and belonging The Women's celebrates, values, and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.
We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters.
We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited.
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, a Working with Children Check and three COVID-19 vaccinations, and may include a range of additional vaccinations including influenza, as required by the Department of Health.
Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.
We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
If you have any enquiries, please contact Dimitria Katsikis Senior Social Work Manager on 03 8345 3071 or ******.
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