Supporting Aboriginal Health

Be Part of Better Health for Our Community

· Pathway to Good Health Navigator

· Alcohol & Other Drugs Support Worker

Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service (AWAHS) is a community-controlled, culturally safe health organisation delivering high-quality primary care to Aboriginal people living in Albury, Wodonga and surrounding areas. Our mission is to walk alongside our community to create generational change and better health outcomes.

AWAHS has cared for the health and wellbeing of the Albury Wodonga and surrounding community for 20 years. We employ more than90people across a broad range of services.

The success of AWAHSstarts with our staff, who have a high level of professionalism and dedication, allowing us to deliver quality services for the Aboriginal community.

Passionate about supporting Aboriginal health and wellbeing? We have two exciting roles waiting for dedicated people like you – read on and see where you fit in.

1. AboriginalPathway to Good Health Service Navigator

A full-time fixed term opportunity has been created in a brand-new Pathway to Good Health (PTGH) program. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering child and young person-centred care that responds to the needs of childrenentering out of home care. The PTGH Navigator will ensure they receive timely, culturally appropriate health assessments, referrals and wrap-around care.

Working alongside the health practitioners in the team, the role will support the implementation of quality,culturally sensitivecare plans for children and young people. This will involve a high degree of collaboration with PTGH team members, VACCA, Dept Communities and Justice, carers and service providers across the region. You will also advocate for families, ensuring respectful and inclusive service delivery. The position offers an interesting mix of direct service provision and critical service planning and administration.

This role serves as a critical bridge between families, carers and service providers, empowering children andtheirfamilies to navigate often complex health systems with confidence and trust.

Consideration will also be given to applicants looking for career opportunity in a trainee position as an Aboriginal Health Worker.

If you are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and have an interest in community health and are willing to undertake study or are currently studying towards a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice, this is a fantastic opportunity.

2. Support Worker (Alcohol and Other Drugs)

A full-time position in the AWAHS Social & Emotional Wellbeing Team (SEWB) supporting Aboriginal community members towards a better future, empowering clients by delivering alcohol and other drug programs holistically, aligned with primary health care principles and goals.

You will be responsible for providing support to Aboriginal clients with drug and alcohol dependence issues. A key aspect of this position is assisting with reducing the level of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug usage in the local Aboriginal community.

As part of our passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll build culturally safe, trusted relationships with clients and their families. You'll combine practical support, advocacy, and health promotion to help individuals set goals, overcome challenges, and improve their overall wellbeing.

If you have relevant work experience and/or a qualification relevant to the role and have supported Aboriginal people and their families who have alcohol and other drug issues, then this support role will give you satisfaction to empower people on their journey to recovery.

Help our mob to take responsibility for their own health, the health of their families and the health of the broader Aboriginal community.

What we can offer you

· Work with a purpose – empower people on their recovery journey and make a lasting impact

· Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits

· Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax

· Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset

· A welcoming and inclusive environment where you'll always feel part of a team

Having the right people in our team is important to us. Before joining our team, we'll undertake pre-employment checks including references, a police check, and proof of qualifications/licenses.

We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged.