Aboriginal Health Practitioner

4 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Improve health outcomes of First Nations People

  • Join a dedicated team of professional staff and enjoy the benefits of a well-balanced working environment
  • Competitive base salary + salary sacrifice (up to $15,990)

Job Title : Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner - Indigenous - Fraser Coast, Queensland.

Job Type : Permanent -Full Time

Hours :

Clinic Days are Monday – Friday Rostered hours between the hours of 8 am to 6 pm. No after hours or on-call. Occasional attendance at community events may be out of hours or on the weekend.

Practice Information :

This Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service works with the local Indigenous community and relevant key stakeholders to increase access to culturally safe, quality, coordinated and comprehensive primary health care services. They focus on healthcare across the life span, including the management and reduction of chronic disease, to address the health and social inequities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Fraser Coast Region.

This organisation is Queensland's second-largest AMS (established in They provide a culturally appropriate wraparound service to the Fraser Coast's Indigenous communities through our two clinics in Hervey Bay and Maryborough, as well as their Outreach Service to the local surrounding areas.

Position Details :

As Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner you would lead to improve health outcomes of First Nations People. You are responsible for providing health services activities embodying Primary Health Care to Communities, in a professional and culturally safe manner. All duties of the role are to be carried out in conjunction with the practice's policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities :

Knowledge of cultural protocolsDemonstrate a high level of interpersonal communication skills including client and community liaison, negotiation and networking.Work to foster productive relationships with all clinic, program and support staff.Contribute and proactively work towards a Health Worker / Practitioner led model of care in all aspects of our work in the clinics, outreach, and community.Apply primary health care skills obtained through training and experience to assist in the management of social and emotional wellbeing, delivery of health assessments, community screening and primary health care interventionDemonstrated ability to comply with the profession's code of ethics and function in accordance with legislation.Consistently be aware of, and comply with workplace health and safety procedures and requirements.Act within the practice guidelines, AHPRA regulations, codes of ethics and at an appropriate level of clinical competence always

Mandatory Qualifications / Professional Registrations and Licences :

Certificate III in Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Worker / Practitioner OR working towardsCurrent C Class Drivers Licence (QLD)Current Blue CardCurrent annual CPR CertificateCurrent First Aid Certificate (every three years)Current Criminal history check.

On Offer :

Salary packageCompetitive base salary + salary sacrifice (up to $15,990)Plus annual leave and superannuation as per the award

The Workforce :

You'll be joining a dedicated team of professional staff and enjoy the benefits of a well-balanced working environment in a centrally located, well-equipped, purpose-built clinics.

Salary Information :

$36.01 per hour.

About The Fraser Coast :

The Fraser Coast is a region rich in diversity, with endless attractions and options for you to experience. Maryborough is a great place to relocate to, its 25mins drive to Hervey Bay, whale watching city. Its nearby Fraser Island, calm beaches, reputable educational facilities including access to university and TAFE make it sought after destinations. There is a recently upgraded multi million dollars shopping mall, good public hospitals and a newly built private hospital and other ongoing numerous infrastructural projects.

For more information on this position please contact us now.

Apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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