Senior Aboriginal Health Worker (Identified Position) - Palliative Care - Macksville District Hospital - Perm Part Time

1. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. All applicants must supply either a letter of Aboriginality signed under the common seal from a recognised incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community organisation such as Land Council or Elders group, Aboriginal Medical Service or a letter on letterhead from a Local Aboriginal Land Council demonstrating membership of the Council. Exemption is claimed under Section 14D of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
2. Holds a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a willingness to undertake and/or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
3. Demonstrated understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people in relation to grief and loss and Aboriginal social and emotional well-being.
4. Demonstrated capacity to lead the development of culturally safe environments for Aboriginal patients and their families within a multidisciplinary team, within the agreed priorities.
5. Demonstrated understanding of Advance Care Planning and the role of palliative and end-of-life care in Aboriginal services and the community.
6. Highly developed communication, interpersonal, problem solving and relationship management skills.
7. Competent computer skills utilising varied and appropriate software programs (e.g. word processing, data management systems, spreadsheets and eMR).
8. Current Driver's License and ability to travel as required

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For role related queries or questions contact Joanne Butler on Joanne.Butler3@health.nsw.gov.au