Aboriginal Health Worker

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Heal; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $36.82 + 12% Super

Casual loading 25%

Casual position

Training & development (LinkedIn)

Employee Assistance Program

Team gatherings

Job summary

ATSICHS Brisbane is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker to provide clinical and primary health care services within a culturally safe framework. You will work alongside the clinical team to educate, screen immunise, assess clients and contribute to community development and preventive health initiatives.

This casual position requires a Certificate III in Primary Health Care, and a commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal Health Worker certificate III in Primary Health Care.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Primary Health Care.
• Culturally safe practices and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• National Police Certificate; Working with Children’s Card (Blue Card) or eligibility.
• Driver's licence and Immunisation Category A.
• Evidence of Work Rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality Aboriginal Health Worker client assessments, education, advocacy and cultural support.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organisations, hospitals, and stakeholders.
• Engage with the community in a culturally sensitive manner, ensuring respectful interactions.
• Foster continuous improvement and innovation within the Primary Health Clinic, aligning with culturally safe practices.
• Provide cultural support and guidance within the clinic team in collaboration with management.
• Ensure ATSICHS policies and AGPAL Accreditation Standards are implemented and maintained.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Client-focused outcomes

Cultural safety knowledge

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Aboriginal Health Worker Certificate III (Primary Health Care)

National Police Certificate

Working with Children’s Card (Blue Card)

Immunisation Category A

Driver's Licence

Evidence of Work Rights

Job description

Job Category: Community Services and Development,Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical

About:

ATSICHS Brisbane delivers health care and community services that are culturally safe and built around the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Brisbane and Logan regions. We are a community-owned not-for-profit organisation, started over 50 years ago to improve health outcomes for our people, our way. Through offering wraparound services, we support the physical, social, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of our people. We are working towards a future where our community thrives.

To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

About the Role

You can access the full Position Description by visiting our website under "Join Our Team".

Our Aboriginal Health Workers provide clinical and primary health care for our community. Working alongside the clinical team they provide a holistic and vital contribution to the community of care for our clients. Additionally, health workers provide education, promotional programs, preventative health interventions, community development programs, health screening, immunisations and assessments.

Duties

• Provide quality Aboriginal Health Worker client assessments, education, advocacy and cultural support to ensure a collaborative approach to client centred care.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organisations, hospitals, and other stakeholders.
• Engage with the community in a culturally sensitive manner, ensuring respectful and effective interactions.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the Primary Health Clinic, integrating culturally safe practices.
• In collaboration with management, provide cultural support and guidance within the clinic team.
• Ensure effective implementation and maintenance of ATSICHS Policy and procedures in line with AGPAL Accreditation Standards.

Culture

• Everything we do is driven by a deep connection to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• We're united in our purpose to improve lives, strengthen families, and support our communities to thrive.
• We embrace innovation, new technologies, and evidence-based approaches to meet the evolving needs of our community.
• You'll be supported by a welcoming culture where your voice is heard, your strengths are valued, and your wellbeing matters.
• We celebrate achievements, value collaboration, and make work an enjoyable and fulfilling place to be.
• Hourly pay rate of $36.82 per hour + 12% Super.
• Additional 25% casual loading.
• Casual position.
• Work for an organisation that values growth and innovation to provide culturally safe community and health care.
• You'll be supported with training, access to learning and development opportunities (including LinkedIn Learning) as well as career progression pathways.
• Employee Assistance Program - access up to six free and confidential sessions in any two-year period.
• Annual staff gathering, team building days, and team social gatherings.

Desired Skills and Experience

Required

• Aboriginal Health Worker (Certificate III Primary Health Care).
• Minimum 1 years' experience in Primary Health Care.
• Knowledge of culturally safe practices and sensitivity towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Interpersonal communication skills that demonstrate your ability to problem solve and negotiate positive outcomes.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with a focus on client focused outcomes.
• National Police Certificate.
• Working with Children's Card (Blue Card) or be eligible to apply.
• Driver's Licence.
• Immunisation Category A.
• Evidence of Work Rights.

Preferred

• Demonstrated organisation skills, including an ability to multi-task, to plan, set and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines, and to work independently, efficiently and effectively.
• Knowledge of and experience working with MMEx.

Other Information

ATSICHS Brisbane is committed to promoting the wellbeing, protection, and cultural safety of all children and young people. Our recruitment and screening practices reflect our zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and our dedication to creating culturally secure environments where children feel safe, respect, and empowered.