Aboriginal Health Practitioner — Chronic Care Navigator

Southern NSW Local Health District; Warrawong; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allocated Days Off

Novated Leasing

Fitness Passport

Career progression

Mon-Fri Rostering

Free Parking

Flexible hours: 9:30am–2:30pm window

Job summary

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner - Identified in Warrawong to support Aboriginal people living with chronic conditions through culturally safe, coordinated care.

In the Aboriginal Chronic Care Unit, you will navigate the health system with clients, build trusted relationships and provide person-centred care to improve long-term health outcomes for communities.

Qualifications

• Vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
• Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Holds a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and a current authority to practice as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or holds a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist Aboriginal people to navigate the health system and access coordinated care.
• Build trusted relationships with individuals, families and communities.
• Provide culturally safe, person-centred care and empower clients to manage their health closer to home.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate care with other healthcare providers to improve access and outcomes.

Job description

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner - Identified in Warrawong to support Aboriginal people living with chronic conditions through culturally safe, coordinated care.

In the Aboriginal Chronic Care Unit, you will navigate the health system with clients, build trusted relationships and provide person-centred care to improve long-term health outcomes for communities.