Nursing - Community, Maternal & Child Health (Healthcare & Medical) Full time Note: WACHS considers being a female as a genuine occupational qualification for the Nurse Home Visitor position and this qualification is authorized under s. 31 of the Anti—Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
The Australian Family Partnership Program (AFPP) is an evidence-based program for women pregnant with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander baby.
The Nurse Home Visitor (NHV) works to deliver culturally safe, responsive, and respectful home visits to women pregnant with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander baby and their families.
Key Responsibilities:Work collaboratively with other WACHS teams to ensure a holistic approach to client health, and integration of the ANFPP within the organisation, and with other external services.Work collaboratively with the ANFPP National Support Service team, and contribute to the Program's successful adaptation to the Australian context.Prepare reports and submissions for the Department of Health, WACHS, and the ANFPP.Work with the Executive Manager, Finance and The Aboriginal Family Partnership Worker Team Leader (AFPW TL) to monitor and maintain resources and activities within the allocated budget.Coordinate with The Aboriginal Family Partnership Worker Team Leader (AFPW TL) the recruitment, orientation, training and ongoing professional development of all ANFPP staff.Coordinate delivery of the ANFPP including day to day operational supervision of all team members including formal supervision and reflective practice of Nurse Home Visitors (NHVs).Experience, Qualifications & Licenses:Aboriginality Preferable but not mandatory.Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Midwife with AHPRA, and current drivers' licence.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in program management, including experience in managing a team.Willingness to work towards Child and Family Nurse qualification.Demonstrated ability to form relationships and work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients, families, and co-workers.
This includes a demonstrated awareness of, and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history, Aboriginal primary health care, and current issues affecting the lives of Aboriginal people and communities.Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, and lead a team, including computer skills - email, word processing and electronic health records.A Current National Police Check.A Current Working With Children Check NSW.Current Driver's License that allows you to drive in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr