Aboriginal Health Worker

Ccpc; Bathurst; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus 1000 AUD

Laptop & mobile phone provided

Salary packaging benefits

Salary sacrifice superannuation

Flare benefits

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Coast & Country Primary Care (CCPC) is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker to join a multidisciplinary team delivering culturally safe, person-centred mental health support across Bathurst, Orange and surrounding areas. You will promote access and engagement for Aboriginal consumers and work with communities to strengthen care pathways.

The role focuses on yarning-based engagement, cultural guidance to the MDT, and collaboration with ACCOs and SEWB services.

Qualifications

• Must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Holds or working towards a Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or willingness to undertake training.
• Previous experience in a similar position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal societies and cultures and issues affecting Aboriginal people.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders.
• Valid WWCC and CRC within last 12 months for working with vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe engagement and support to Aboriginal consumers, families and communities accessing mental health services.
• Facilitate Aboriginal access pathways and navigate services to reduce barriers.
• Build trusting relationships with Aboriginal consumers, families, Elders and communities.
• Support culturally appropriate care through yarning-based engagement and advocacy.
• Provide cultural advice to the multidisciplinary team to improve consumer outcomes.
• Liaise with ACCOs, SEWB services and partners to strengthen referral pathways.
• Support community engagement activities and partnerships with Aboriginal communities.

Skills

Cultural safety & engagement

Communication with Aboriginal people

Team collaboration

Willingness to undertake training

Education

Certificate III in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

Willingness to undertake further training

Job description

Job Category: Mental Health Support Services

About us

Coast & Country Primary Care (CCPC) is an accessible and inclusive consumer-directed care and primary health care provider, who delivers a diverse range of health and community programs and services across New South Wales. Providing services since 2001, we are a not-for-profit organisation that values people – our team, the people we support and the wider community.

At CCPC our vision is “make a positive impact where we live and work”, we live this through our CARE Values; Compassion, Respect, Accountability and Excellence.

At CCPC, diversity and inclusion is everyone’s business. We have created a framework that confirms our commitment to the journey of learning, growing and reforming. We strive towards supporting inclusivity and diversity, nurturing, safety and equitable access for everyone.

Job Description

About the role

The Aboriginal Health Worker will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing Psychological Therapies for Underserviced Populations Program across Bathurst, Orange and surrounding region.

This role is responsible for improving access, engagement and outcomes for Aboriginal consumers by promoting culturally safe, person-centred care, strengthening community connections and supporting culturally responsive service delivery.

You will be required to undertake a range of tasks including but not limited to the following:

• Provide culturally safe engagement and support to Aboriginal consumers, families and communities accessing mental health services.
• Facilitate Aboriginal access pathways and assist consumers to navigate services, reducing barriers to engagement and care.
• Build trusting and respectful relationships with Aboriginal consumers, families, Elders, communities and key stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of culturally appropriate care through yarning-based engagement, advocacy and culturally responsive practices.
• Provide cultural advice and guidance to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to enhance cultural capability and improve consumer outcomes.
• Liaise and collaborate with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs), Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) services and other community partners to strengthen referral pathways and coordinated care.
• Support community engagement activities, outreach initiatives and partnerships that strengthen relationships between the service and Aboriginal communities.

Desired Skills and Experience

Key Selection Criteria

• Must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Holds or working towards a Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or w illingness to undertake (or completion of) training as an Aboriginal Health Worker
• Previous experience in a similar position
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal societies and cultures and the issues affecting Aboriginal people
• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Ability to work closely and collaboratively and build rapport with key stakeholders
• A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and aCriminal Record Check (CRC) issued within the last 12 months that includes working with vulnerable groups
• Driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured motor vehicle, and willingness to travel throughout Western NSW as required.
• Eligibility to work in Australia permanently.
• A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment to be obtained and maintained at your own expense.
• A Criminal Record Check (CRC) issued within the last 12 months that includes working with vulnerable groups.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate (obtained and maintained at your own expense)
• Driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured motor vehicle.

Full-time is preferred; however, part-time and casual arrangements may be considered for the successful candidate.

• Sign-on Bonus: receive $1,000 on commencement and an additional $1,000 after 6 months of continuous employment.
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Salary packaging benefits:
  • package up to $15,900 of your salary each FBT year, which can significantly reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay
  • package up to $2,650 of your meal and entertainment expenses annually per FBT year
• Salary Sacrifice Superannuation payments – boost your retirement savings
• Flare Benefit perks with exclusive discounts and offers on groceries, restaurants, entertainment and travel.
• Wellness benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Enquiries: Tina Swale, People & Culture Business Partner on 02 4365 2294 or [e-mail]