Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
1 week ago
We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship.
The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
- Why this role matters
The program works in partnership with other health and support services to provide clinical and non-clinical health services and practical support.
Access Health employs a First People's Worker and runs or supports numerous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Programs in the local area.
This includes operating as the main health service for residents of Ngwala Willumbong Recovery Centre's and a weekly outreach walk to engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People who are sleeping rough in the City of Port Phillip.
Approximately 20% of all people who attend Access Health identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and we provide dedicated services to meet their needs.
About the roleThe Commonwealth Department of Health has established the Integrated Team Care (ITC) activity, which aims to:
- Contribute to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People with chronic health conditions through better access to coordinated and multidisciplinary care; and
- Contribute to closing the gap in life expectancy by improved access to culturally appropriate mainstream primary care services (including but not limited to general practice, allied health and specialists) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
Access Health, in partnership with Star Health, has been funded by the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN) to deliver part of the ITC Activity in the Inner Southern Region, including the Aboriginal Health Outreach Worker role.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Outreach Worker function involves community liaison and engagement, administration and support, and practical assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People with a focus on improving health outcomes and access to health care.
The role will also support the First Nations Cancer Screening Program by attending events, transporting clients and undertaking community engagement activities.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award Social & Community Services Stream Level 5 Pay.
You will have- A thorough understanding and/or lived experience of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture.
- A demonstrated commitment and knowledge of working with people who experience chronic illness as well as other issues such as homelessness, mental health, alcohol and other drug use.
- The ability to work within a team delivering a range of services and to be independent and autonomous where necessary
- Experience or demonstrated knowledge of outreach work
- A current VIC Drivers Licence
- Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check
- Ability to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia
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- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
- We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
- We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
- Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_
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