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Challenging and Rewarding Leadership Role for Experienced or Endorsed Midwife. Job No: PAMS 1217
Location: Newman
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Category: Full-time
Remuneration: $96,350.67 to $136,145.80 per annum (Base) + Superannuation
Benefits: Rental Subsidy, 6 weeks annual leave, Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900
About the Opportunity The Endorsed Midwife reports to the Family Health Manager and is directly accountable to the Director of Community Health and Director of Clinical Services.
The Endorsed Midwife is responsible for:
Providing on-the-ground support to women and infants, including implementing an enhanced model of maternal and infant care that is culturally secure, trauma-informed and provides continuity of care wherever possible;Supervising and working in partnership with local Aboriginal women employed as Family Support Workers;Providing culturally appropriate and clinically excellent care and support to pregnant women, their families and infants;Ensuring care coordination for pregnant women across internal PAMS programs and external services;Contributing to the evaluation and ongoing improvement of the Upstream Health Project.As per Section 30 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS) seeks to employ a female Endorsed Midwife for the effective and culturally appropriate delivery of services to the Martu and Nyiyaparli people.
To be considered for this position, you must have: Current registration as a Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);Demonstrated ability to communicate and empathise with First Nations people living in remote communities;Current significant experience in providing culturally appropriate, trauma-informed midwifery care;Team leadership experience, preferably in a remote setting;Demonstrated ability to apply innovative solutions to complex problems;Demonstrated competence in community-based group facilitation;Effective communication skills – written, verbal and interpersonal;Demonstrated high level of professional integrity regarding client privacy and confidentiality.The position involves working with a multicultural organisation where the majority of staff, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
As per section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), PAMS actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note: Relevant licences and eligibility criteria apply (as per the Job Description).
About the Benefits You will enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $96,350.67 to $136,145.80 per annum plus superannuation.
You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take-home pay.
Additional benefits include:
Rental SubsidySalary Package up to $15,900 plus entertainment benefits.6 weeks' annual leave + 17.5% leave loading.10.5% Superannuation.Study leave options for additional training.Employee Assistance Program.Retention Initiatives in accordance with the PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy.About the Organisation The Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS) provides holistic primary health care to individuals and families within Newman and the remote communities of Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu and Kunawarritji.
PAMS has over 700 registered clients, with most being Martu.
Services offered include health education and promotion programs, as well as the management of ongoing health issues.
Application Process How to Apply: Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position.
A current comprehensive CV that outlines your skills and experience.Please include the contact details of two recent referees.Applications close at 5 pm, 03/01/2025. For further information please contact Christina Hunn, Director of Clinical Services on 08 9177 8307.
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