Aboriginal Community Development Worker

2 months ago

Reservoir, Australia Your Community Health Full time

**Introduction**:
At YourCH, we provide a wide range of services, including medical, dental, allied health, COVID response, social support, Aboriginal Health, and Trans and Gender Diverse healthcare. Our purpose-driven approach focuses on community development and addressing health inequalities.
**Description**:
About the Aboriginal Health Program Coordinator role
Work closely with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to enhance access to culturally appropriate health services and programs. Reporting to the Aboriginal Health Manager, this is an ongoing full-time role (1.0 FTE).
Please note this is a First Nations identified position and an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is sought for the role. All roles within the Aboriginal Health team are filled by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
**Your Passion and Commitment will see you**:

- Support community members in accessing health services and navigating the healthcare system, ensuring they utilise available programs
- Engage with Aboriginal community members to gather feedback and insights that inform program delivery and ensure cultural relevance
- Coordinate the planning and execution of health education initiatives, including workshops and community events that promote health literacy
- Participate in local projects that address health issues with a focus on early intervention and prevention strategies
- Maintain accurate client records and program statistics to ensure accountability and effectiveness in service delivery

**To succeed in this role you will have**:

- Relevant experience and/or qualifications, such as an Aboriginal Health Worker certification, Certificate III in Mental Health, Certificate IV in Community Services, or a willingness to pursue these qualifications
- Extensive experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, showcasing cultural awareness in service delivery
- Strong knowledge of health issues and community systems, including referral pathways and challenges
- Proven skills in program planning, implementation, evaluation, and effective budget management.
- Excellent networking and facilitation abilities, enhancing client participation and collaboration

For further information about this role, please refer to the position description (available via the YourCH Careers Hub).
YourCH Culture & Benefits
YourCH has fostered an organisation-wide supportive and diverse team that allows staff to bring their whole self to work, both personally and professionally. You'll join a team focused on reflecting the diverse communities we serve and we will work with you to ensure a safe, affirming workplace by addressing any barriers you may experience to full participation. We offer:

- True flexibility in a supportive work environment to be yourself and balance your personal and professional responsibilities.
- Opportunities for development and training to grow your skills and career.
- Access to internal inclusion Networks like our LGBTIQA+ Rainbow Pride Network (and more starting soon).
- Eligibility for not-for-profit Salary Packaging Options including $15,900 annually and $2,650 Meal and Entertainment allowance per FBT year.
- Being an environmentally conscious employer part of the Global Green and Healthy Hospitals network.

Your Community Health is an Equal Opportunity and Child Safe employer who supports inclusiveness and diversity. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining people from a diverse background, including but not limited to, those identifying as LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people from cultural and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and people with a disability.
An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is sought for this role by Your Community Health as a special measure pursuant to Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

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