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The Youth Health Worker supports marginalized youth (12-24) with health services, case management, education, and care navigation within a PHC framework.Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Art Therapist Level 1 / 2, Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Diversional Therapist Level 1 / 2, Exercise Physiologist Level 1 / 2, Health Education Officer Graduate, Health Education Officer Non Graduate & Music Therapist Level 1 /2, Social Worker Level 1 / 2Remuneration: Dependent on QualificationsHours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)Location: Western Area Adolescent TeamWhere you'll be working Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Cumberland and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region.
We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'.
and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.What you'll be doingThe Youth Health Worker works within a multidisciplinary team and provides services for young people aged 12- 24 years and their significant others.
WSLHD Youth Health services prioritise marginalised, homeless and at risk young people aged 12- 24 years.
This position will facilitate engagement by providing services that are relevant and responsive to the health needs of the target group.
This involves the provision of information, assertive case management, support, group work, health education, brief intervention and referral to appropriate services both internal and external to WSLHD Youth Health.The youth health worker provides clients with a consistent staff member who can actively facilitate and coordinate service access and care navigation within a primary health care (PHC) framework.How to ApplyApply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Essential Criteria: Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline Selection Criteria: Qualifications and/or experience in a relevant field.
And Valid NSW drivers licence.
Experience working with and understanding of the issues affecting marginalised young people's access to health services.
Demonstrated experience in planning, delivering and evaluating health promotion activities and/or community development projects.
Knowledge of the health issues that impact on marginalised and at risk young people aged 12- 24 yrs.
Excellent communication and networking skills.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent computer skills with experience in a range of Microsoft applications.
Demonstrated ability to engage with marginalised and at risk young people both individually and in a group setting.
Requisition ID: REQ541972Applications Close: 8th January 2025Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.
The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.Need more information?
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For inquiries about the role, contact Graeme Pringle on ****** People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.