Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker

7 months ago


Sunshine Coast, Australia Queensland Health Full time

Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south to Gympie in the north.
The SCHHS is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

**Key Responsibilities include**:

- Work collaboratively under supervision within the multi-disciplinary team to provide quality care, including health awareness, education and health intervention strategies for individuals and the community.
- Provide health promotion programs, appropriate referral, advice and information.
- Provide support and advocacy to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and their families accessing services at the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service.
- Develop and maintain strong links within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and with relevant organisations and demonstrate a sound knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and protocols.

Why work for us?
We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to: - A wellness program;
- Generous superannuation;
- Flexible work arrangements;
- Career training and development; and
- Salary packaging.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Workforce Attraction and Incentive Scheme.

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