Aboriginal Health Worker / Aboriginal Health Practitioner - MERIT
Remuneration: $69,410 - $90,357 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner / Aboriginal Health Worker
Location: Armidale Community Health Service
Requisition ID: REQ540126
Applications Close: Sunday, 5th January 2025
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
Citing and corroboration of Aboriginal identity is flexible, however the statutory requirements for Aboriginality are based upon descent. For information on Confirmation of Aboriginality requirements click here. If you require support, please make contact so this support can be offered.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
About us:
The MERIT Team is a multidiscipline team made up of Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, and Administration staff. MERIT provides counselling and case management to clients that are identified as having a drug or alcohol dependency and is involved with the criminal just system.
This is a newly created position which will be based at the Armidale Community Health Centre.
About the role:
The role is to provided support to Aboriginal clients access the MERIT program and work in conjunction with Staff to provide a safe and culturally appropriate service. The successful applicant will be working with clients that have an identified drug use dependence and criminal justice involvement. MERIT is a 12-week program covering 3 local courts - Armidale, Glen Innes and Inverell. Part of the role will also be supporting clients through the Court process while on the MERIT Program.
You will be supported by your direct line manager, Health Service Managers, MERIT colleagues, administration staff and the DACS Aboriginal Manager.
About you:
Ideally the successful applicant will have a sound understanding of the barriers facing Aboriginal Clients accessing mainstream services. Also, knowledge of local Aboriginal services for referral processes would be beneficial.
It is important that you have a non-judgmental attitude and are approachable for clients.
Requirements:
- To work as an Aboriginal Health Worker, you must hold or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification.
- To work as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner, you must have completed the Certificate IV Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and registered with (AHPRA) Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board. Support to attain these qualifications will be provided following the appointment to the position.
- Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required.
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Patricia Skelton on Patricia.Skelton@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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