Transient and Outreach Support Coordinator Duration: Full time, fixed term until June 2025 Base Salary: $78,695 to $85,992 (HPCS3.1 to 3.4) Darwin's only Aboriginal community-controlled health service 6 weeks annual leave + 5 paid days during Christmas shutdown Ongoing opportunity with career growth pathways The Transient and Outreach Support Coordinator will work within a multidisciplinary team to support homeless and transient clients with complex health and social issues.
Who are we?
Established in 1991, Danila Dilba Health Service (DDHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation committed to providing culturally appropriate, comprehensive primary health care services and community development within the Biluru (Aboriginal) community of the Yilli Rreung (Greater Darwin) Region in the Northern Territory.
We work to address the social determinants of health including the broader issues that affect our people's health, through evidence-based research and public advocacy.
We also work to empower individuals, families, and communities to optimise their health.
About the role The Transient and Outreach Support Coordinator will work within a multidisciplinary team to support homeless and transient clients with complex health and social issues.
Responsibilities: Conduct intake assessments to ensure the client's social needs are met within the requirements of the program.
Complete thorough assessments and support plans.
Identify appropriate support needs and coordinate the referral of Indigenous people and their families to relevant service providers via face-to-face contact in a sensitive and welcoming environment.
Provide case management support to keep the client engaged in the program and with external service providers.
Have knowledge of a broad range of Indigenous-specific and mainstream services/providers and be able to advise clients on options available.
To be successful you will need: Cert III or IV qualification in relevant mental health field/primary health care or equivalent training/work experience or lived experience.
Previous experience working in the Aboriginal Health Sector.
Demonstrated knowledge of primary health care principles, multidisciplinary team approaches, and social determinants of health.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build partnerships.
Excellent communication skills, including written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines related to healthcare service delivery in Australia.
2 or more years of relevant work experience in a similar role.
What we offer: 6 weeks annual leave per annum.
5 days paid leave during our end of year shutdown period (on top of annual leave).
Salary packaging of up to $15,990 per annum.
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