Aboriginal Health Worker

Make a real impact in First Nations health by supporting chronic disease management and empowering your community with culturally safe care
- Marathon Health opportunities Posted: Mon, 23 December 2024

**Join Our Team: Aboriginal Health Worker Wanted**

We’re on the lookout for a passionate **Aboriginal Health Worker** dedicated to improving health outcomes for First Nations people in chronic disease management and prevention. If you’re someone who thrives in making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you

This role can be based in either **Dubbo** or **Bathurst, NSW (Wiradjuri Country),** with full-time and part-time options considered. Ready to take on a rewarding challenge? Let’s make an impact together

**What are the benefits of working at Marathon Health?**
- **Mentorship**: Get hands-on support and guidance from experienced First Nations team members who are dedicated to helping you grow and thrive in your career.
- **Maximise Your Take-Home Pay**: Boost your income with Salary Packaging options
- **Generous Leave**: Enjoy five weeks of annual leave, and guaranteed time off during the Christmas/New Year break.
- **Career Growth**: Access a Professional Development allowance to level up your skills and reach your goals.
- **Wellbeing & Health Perks**: Take care of yourself with a Wellbeing allowance and discounted Private Health insurance.
- **Financial Literacy Support**: Get advice from our partners at Westpac and St George Banks to build your financial future.

**What Will You Do?**

As an Aboriginal Health Worker, your role will be dynamic and impactful. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- **Client Support**: Assist clinicians with client intake, assessments, follow-ups, and discharge processes to ensure smooth and seamless care.
- **Culturally Engaging Sessions**: Lead group sessions, delivering culturally safe and engaging health education and yarning circles.
- **Record Keeping**: Maintain accurate client electronic medical records when appropriate.
- **Encourage Access to Services**: Help First Nations people access health services and support them through the process.
- **Assessment Support**: Assist clinicians with completing assessments and surveys to evaluate health outcomes.
- **Telehealth Facilitation**: Coordinate and facilitate telehealth sessions between clients and clinicians.
- **Identify & Address Barriers**: Work with the Primary Health team to identify and remove barriers preventing First Nations individuals and families from accessing health services.
- **Health Education**: Provide culturally appropriate education to improve health literacy within the community and empower individuals to make informed health decisions.

**What Do You Need?**

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring the following qualities:

- **Cultural Connection**: You identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, which is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
- **Strong Communication Skills**: You have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to tailor your approach to meet the unique cultural needs of the community.
- **Relevant Qualifications**: You’ve completed or are willing to complete a minimum Certificate 3 qualification in Aboriginal Health, Community, or Disability.
- **Commitment to Growth**: You’re passionate about learning new skills and following through on tasks with dedication and attention to detail.
- **Community Engagement**: You have a natural ability to build strong relationships and connect with Aboriginal people in your community.
- **Health Knowledge**: You understand how to identify and support First Nations community members with chronic health issues and guide them to the right referral pathways.
- Please note that Marathon Health Officers are closed from 12pm on Tuesday 24 December 2024 and reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025. During this time, we will be unavailable to answer any enquiries._
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**Position details**:

- Dubbo, Bathurst
- Primary Health, Identified Positions
- Full time, Part time
- Full Time or Part Time will be considered. Ongoing role

**Date Posted**: Mon, 23 December 2024

**Closing Date**: Sun, 12 January 2025

**Contact**: Alison Amor

**Phone**: 0427 030 104
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