Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner, Primary Care - TFT up to 30.June.2027 - Bathurst

Nsw-Healt; Sydney; Vor Ort; AUD 69.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free on-site parking

Allocated Days Off (ADOs)

Salary packaging

Fitness passport

Training opportunities

Additional allowances

Zusammenfassung

Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner, Primary Care - TFT up to 30.June.2027 - Bathurst, is a temporary full-time role within the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network. It focuses on culturally safe care for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in a multidisciplinary setting at Bathurst Correctional Centre.

The position requires Aboriginal health qualifications, registration with AHPRA, and a willingness to travel; salary ranges from $69,410 to $90,357 per year plus super.

Qualifikationen

• Aboriginal Health Practitioner: Holds a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and is registered with the AHPRA.
• Aboriginal Health Worker: Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care. Willing to transition to an Aboriginal Health Practitioner after completion and registration with AHPRA.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and travel as required.

Aufgaben

• Provide flexible, holistic, and culturally sensitive health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
• Focus on prevention and management of chronic disease for Aboriginal clients.
• Collaborate with nursing, Integrated Care Service, health professionals, Corrective Services NSW, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and others to ensure seamless care.

Ausbildung

Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice)

Certificate III in Aboriginal Primary Health Care

Jobbeschreibung

Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner, Primary Care - TFT up to 30.June.2027 - Bathurst

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network

REQ700995

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (Maternity leave cover)
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner
Remuneration: $69,410.00 - $90,357.00 per annum + superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ700995

Position Title: Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner, Primary Care - TFT up to 30.June.2027 - Bathurst

This is an identified position for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people based on a genuine occupational qualification under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. We offer unique and rewarding roles where Aboriginal professionals can provide patient-centred care to those in contact with the criminal justice and forensic mental health systems of NSW. Find out more about the culturally safe support we provide to our Aboriginal staff: Aboriginal health careers and support (nsw.gov.au).

We are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

Your Qualifications

We are looking for a qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professional that:

• Aboriginal Health Practitioner: Holds a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Aboriginal Health Worker: Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care. Aboriginal Health Workers willing to obtain Cert IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) will be supported to transition to an Aboriginal Health Practitioner position upon completion and registration with AHPRA.

Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required.

The Role

As an Aboriginal Health Practitioner, Primary Care, you will work as a key member of our multidisciplinary health centre team to provide flexible, holistic, and culturally sensitive health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and apply key strategies for face-to-face patient care.

There is a focus on prevention and management of chronic disease for Aboriginal clients and supporting them on their journey throughout custody back into community, particularly those with chronic or complex health conditions.

You will work collaboratively with nursing staff, Integrated Care Service, health professionals, Corrective Services NSW, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and other relevant health and community groups to ensure the delivery of seamless, timely and effective health care to Aboriginal clients.

The Location

Bathurst Correctional Centre is a mixed-security facility for male offenders located in the centre of Bathurst, 1 hour from Orange and the Blue Mountains, and 210 kilometres west of Sydney. The complex serves as a reception prison for western NSW.

On-site you’ll find a close-knit clinical team led by a passionate & enthusiastic Nurse Unit Manager that encourages the development of staff. Working within the Primary care team, you’ll enjoy fantastic training & education opportunities all the while working alongside Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol, Population Health, and Aboriginal Chronic Care teams. Come join a team of professionals that chose healthcare for the same reason as you did and help us change lives for the better.

Salary and Benefits

Your salary of $69,410.00 - $90,357.00 per annum plus super and leave loading is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:

• Additional allowances that may apply.
• Free on-site parking to minimise your commute time.
• Access to Allocated Days Off (ADOs) when working full time.
• Access to salary packaging benefits.
• Fitness passport (if you’re eligible).
• Fantastic training & education opportunities available.

Diversity & Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. We're working with JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to remove barriers in our recruitment process and build a more inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments to take part in this recruitment process, we're happy to discuss them with you.

Applications Close: Sunday, 1st of November - 11:59pm

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.