Aboriginal Health Worker

2 weeks ago

Newcastle, Australia Calvary Full time

#519133 Aboriginal Health Worker
Department of Social Worker
Calvary Mater Newcastle
Permanent Full-Time
Permanent Full-Time
**Salary Classification**: Aboriginal Health Worker Year 1-9.
**Remuneration**: $31.52 - $45.57 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's
**THE ROLE**:
The Aboriginal Health Worker - Palliative Care will facilitate culturally tailored care for Aboriginal people, their families and community facing life limiting illnesses.
The Aboriginal Health Worker will support culturally safe models of care, including shared care, across the community and inpatient operations of the palliative care service and its partners.
As a member of the Social Work and Palliative Care Department, the Aboriginal Health Worker will work collaboratively to lead better community and stakeholder engagement, as well as awareness and education.
Whilst this is a Fulltime position, part time applicants and job share could be considered.
**Please note**: that interviews will be held on Friday, 10th of January 2025.
**DUTIES**:
Provide tailored and acceptable care coordination for patients, families and communities receiving inpatient palliative care in a Hospice setting.
Cultural leadership and advocacy in development of departmental models of care, including culturally safe and effective bereavement services and referral pathways.
Work as an expert member of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that appropriate assessment, care planning and management is tailored to individual needs and preferences of each Aboriginal client, their family and significant others.
Learn more about our community and services here
**ABOUT YOU**:
This is a position identified for Aboriginal people and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criteria. Please review the Position Description for more information.
Minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or Certificate III qualification in a relevant health or community field.
Demonstrated understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal People in contexts of illness, loss and grief, and relevant policies and strategies.
Current NSW Drivers licence - The position requires travel within community.
A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission-based organisation.
WHY JOIN US?
CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:
Fitness Passport.
Gender Neutral parental leave
Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
Novated leasing available for eligible employees
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay
WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?
Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here
HOW DO YOU APPLY?
Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
Attach a current resume.
Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)
**Please note the following**:
You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.

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