Aboriginal Health Practitioner

**_We have an excellent opportunity for a motivated organised professional to become a member of the Integrated Chronic Care for Aboriginal People Program (ICCAP)._**

**Employment Type**: Temporary Part Time until December 2025
**Position Classification**: Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner
**Remuneration**: $30.46 - $44.03 per hour + super
**Location**: Wonnarua Country | Cessnock District Hospital
**Hours Per Week**: 22
**Requisition ID**: REQ533656
**Applications Close**: Sunday, 8th December 2024

**This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.**

**Where you'll be working**:
The Integrated Chronic Care for Aboriginal People Program (ICCAPP) is a community outreach service that aims to increase access to culturally appropriate health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 15 years and older, who are at risk of or who have a chronic disease.

This position is based at Cessnock District Hospital Campus, providing services to Aboriginal people who reside in the LGA and communities that are served by the Lower/Upper Hunter Sectors. The Lower/Upper Hunter Sector ICCAP team consists of a Clinical Nurse Consultant and an Aboriginal Health Practitioner and is managed by the Nurse Manager Cessnock Community Health Service. Our unit focuses on maintaining the health and wellness of Aboriginal people in community including those with chronic disease and those recently discharged form hospital. The program aims to provide a practical approach to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people with or at risk of developing a chronic disease by working in partnership, to develop and support flexible local approaches to chronic disease.

**About the role**:
As an Aboriginal Health Practitioner / Aboriginal Health Worker you will work in conjunction with the Clinical Nurse Consultant ICCAPP, and in collaboration with both internal and external partners (clinical and non-clinical) to deliver flexible, holistic, culturally sensitive services for Aboriginal clients, including liaison with relevant community groups, health professionals, and partner organisations. This role involves clinical assessment, screening, case management, education and referral for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accessing the ICCAPP service.

Our successful applicant will be supported in this role by the Aboriginal Health Practitioner and ICCAP Clinical Nurse Consultant. Our successful applicant will be working in a small team and be supported in this role by both the ICCAP Clinical Nurse Consultant locally as well as the wider ICCAP team.

**About you**:
A motivated organised professional, with knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and the ability to liaise and communicate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.

**Requirements**:

- To be appointed as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner: hold AHPRA registration as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner, or willing ness to obtain AHPRA registration as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
- To be appointed as an Aboriginal Health Worker: holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
- Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required.

**What we can offer you**:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

**Additional information**:

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

**_Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing _**_the Child Safe Standards._**_ We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and p