Aboriginal Health Worker — Families First 2000 Days (NSW)

Primary Health Network - Hunter New England and Central Coast; Singleton Council; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker/Aboriginal Health Practitioner to support the Aboriginal Families First Initiative - 2000 Days in Singleton, NSW. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally safe health information and practical support to women, babies and families.

The role focuses on culture, connection and trust, helping families navigate antenatal, postnatal and early childhood services while promoting healthy development and

Formación

• Identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and connects to community.
• Holds qualifications as Aboriginal Health Worker/Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
• Experience in Aboriginal health or community services.
• Strong understanding of cultural safety and respectful engagement.

Responsabilidades

• Build strong relationships with Aboriginal women, children and families.
• Support families through pregnancy and early years of a child’s life.
• Provide culturally appropriate health information, education and support.
• Support engagement with antenatal, postnatal, child health and allied health services.
• Help families navigate health and community services.
• Support referrals and connections to appropriate services.
• Identify barriers to accessing care and assist attendance.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, child development and family wellbeing.
• Assist communication between families and service providers.
• Maintain records and documentation within the scope of the role.

Conocimientos

Aboriginal health

Cultural safety

Relationship building

Family advocacy

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Family-centred care

Descripción del empleo

Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker/Aboriginal Health Practitioner to support the Aboriginal Families First Initiative - 2000 Days in Singleton, NSW. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally safe health information and practical support to women, babies and families.

The role focuses on culture, connection and trust, helping families navigate antenatal, postnatal and early childhood services while promoting healthy development and