Child Health Assistant - Trauma-Informed Family Care

Sonder; Sonder; Hybrid; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Part time

Job summary

A health service organization in Australia is seeking a Child Health Assistant to support the delivery of Child Health and Development Checks for children aged 0-5. The role focuses on assisting Child Health Nurses by providing delegated care, conducting assessments, and engaging with families. Strong emphasis is placed on trauma-informed and culturally safe practices, aiming to improve health access and outcomes for children, especially in Aboriginal and rural communities. Multiple positions are available with part-time and full-time options.

Benefits

Salary above award and reviewed annually

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development allowance

Generous salary packaging options

17.5% Leave Loading

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working in health or community care settings.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Desirable: Experience working in rural communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Child Health Nurses in delivering CHDCs for children.
• Provide delegated care and help with assessments and documentation.
• Support early identification of health and developmental concerns.

Skills

Experience in health

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Using electronic medical records

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Diploma of Nursing

Diploma of Early Childhood Education

Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Job description

A health service organization in Australia is seeking a Child Health Assistant to support the delivery of Child Health and Development Checks for children aged 0-5. The role focuses on assisting Child Health Nurses by providing delegated care, conducting assessments, and engaging with families. Strong emphasis is placed on trauma-informed and culturally safe practices, aiming to improve health access and outcomes for children, especially in Aboriginal and rural communities. Multiple positions are available with part-time and full-time options.