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Chief Executive Officer - CATSINaM
- Leadership role working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- National peak body for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives
- Canberra based opportunity
CATSINaM (Congress of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurses and Midwives) is the national peak body that represents, advocates and supports Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives at a national level. We believe that nurses and midwives are the backbone of the Australian health system, and play a pivotal role in providing culturally safe health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. CATSINaM honours a holistic and culturally safe approach to achieving optimal health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples and communities. We develop and promote strategies to ensure that this holistic and culturally safe approach is understood and applied by nurses and midwives working in Australia
As a trusted advisor to the President and the Board, the CEO will play an integral role leading this progressive and dynamic organisation. With a strong organisational focus on getting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to think about nursing and midwifery as a long term career and by providing opportunities to develop their career in a culturally safe and non-judgmental environment, the CEO will continue to drive the incredible work of CATSINaM into the future. As the face of the organisation the CEO will represent CATSINaM and its members with passion and integrity and lead the implementation of the strategic plan for the benefit of all Aborginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives.
This is an incredible opportunity for an individual with nursing or midwifery qualifications who is a proven leader working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. You will have experience in policy and project development and implementation, as well as strong management and business acumen skills, to lead CATSINaM into the next phase of the strategic plan and well into the future. Strategic, influencing, negotiating and presentation skills will be key to your success in this role. Furthermore, you will be a strong communicator with an approachable style and can develop strong relationships with members, community, funding bodies and partner agencies.
To apply for this role, and be a part of a membership organisation that promotes culturally respectful values and practices, please go to www.davidsonwp.com who are managing the recruitment of this opportunity on behalf of CATSINaM. Alternatively, if you would like to have a confidential discussion with a Davidson consultant, please contact Sandra Kerr (03 9929 9528) or Seamus Scanlon (03 9929 9589) for further details.
Please note applicants who apply for this opportunity, must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
Seek Profile : https://www.seek.com.au/job/37527794
Senior Project Officer CATSINaM
The Organisation: CATSINaM is the sole representative body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives in Australia. CATSINaM's primary function is to implement strategies to increase the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into nursing and midwifery professions.
Your Role: Reporting to the CEO, your new role includes;
- Coordinate implementation and monitoring of the CATSINaM projects in line with the CATSINaM Communication Strategy & Strategic Plan.
- Development of detailed and costed project proposals.
- Provide effective leadership and people management to achieve the delivery of project outputs on time and within budget.
- Provide high quality and timely reports, briefs, papers and presentations to the CEO and CATSINaM Board as required.
- Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders in Government, non-Government and corporate sectors, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, research and educational bodies, and allied health professional associations.
- Manage key CATSINaM stakeholder relationships in relation to curriculum development, workforce issues and the health sector.
What you will need to be successful:
- Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their leaders, respecting cultural values and ways of doing business
- Demonstrated communication and negotiation skills, including highly developed writing, social media engagement and reporting skills, with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively
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Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team to identify performance outcomes, plan activities, and set priorities to achieve agreed objectives and meet timelines.
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Demonstrated skills in planning, coordinating and implementing national or jurisdictional projects and policies.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are highly encouraged to apply.
More Information: For the full position description and selection criteria please email Chloe Peters via admin@catsinam.org.au or call us on 02 6262 5761
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Project Officer
About the role: The Projects Officer will coordinate the effective development and implementation of the National Midwifery Cultural Safety Training Standards project according to the deliverables agreed between CATSINaM and the Australian College of Midwives.
The Organisation: CATSINaM is the sole representative body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives in Australia. CATSINaM's primary function is to implement strategies to increase the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into nursing and midwifery professions.
Your Role: Reporting to the CEO, your new role includes;
- Establish and coordinate the implementation of the Midwifery Cultural Safety Training Standards;
- Work closely with key personnel and stakeholders to coordinate and achieve the critical pieces of work, including roundtables, review panels and the like;
- Provide effective leadership and people management to achieve the delivery of project outputs on time and within budget;
- Provide high quality and timely reports, briefs, papers and presentations to the CEO and CATSINaM Board as required; and
- Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders in Government, non-Government and corporate sectors, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, research and educational bodies, and allied health professional associations as required.
What you will need to be successful:
- Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their leaders, respecting cultural values and ways of doing business
- Demonstrated communication and negotiation skills, including highly developed writing, social media engagement and reporting skills, with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively
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Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team to identify performance outcomes, plan activities, and set priorities to achieve agreed objectives and meet timelines.
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Demonstrated skills in planning, coordinating and implementing national or jurisdictional projects and policies.
More Information: For the full position description and selection criteria please email Chloe Peters via admin@catsinam.org.au or call us on 02 6262 5761
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are highly encouraged to apply.
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Membership Officer CATSINaM
The Organisation: CATSINaM is the sole representative body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives in Australia. CATSINaM's primary function is to implement strategies to increase the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into nursing and midwifery professions.
Your Role: Reporting to the Membership and Stakeholder Engagement Officer, your new role includes;
- Continue the Implementation of the CATSINaM membership recruitment and retention strategy, in line with the CATSINaM Communication Strategy.
- Respond to CATSINaM Member inquiries for support and assistance, and provide referrals as needed.
- Coordinate Membership drives throughout Australia.
- Support implementation and monitoring of a range of professional information, professional support and professional development initiatives, in line with the CATSINaM Strategic Plan.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for cooperation and collaboration with relevant stakeholders on professional support initiatives aligned with CATSINaM priorities.
- Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders in Government, non-Government and corporate sectors, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, educational bodies, and allied health professional associations.
What you will need to be successful:
- Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their leaders, respecting cultural values and ways of doing business.
- Demonstrated communication and negotiation skills, including highly developed writing, social media engagement and reporting skills, with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.
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Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team to identify performance outcomes, plan activities, and set priorities to achieve agreed objectives and meet timelines.
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Demonstrated ability to appropriately exercise initiative and judgement, and recognise and resolve conflict or contentious issues through sound decision-making and problem solving skills.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are highly encouraged to apply.
More Information: For the full position description and selection criteria please email Chloe Peters via admin@catsinam.org.au or call us on 02 6262 5761
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Director, Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research (CAEPR)
Job no: 522544
Work type: Continuing
Location: Canberra / ACT
Categories: Academic
Classification: Academic Level D - E
Salary package: $141,416 - $181,646 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing (5 year Directorship with an underlying continuing Academic appointment)
The Australian National University (ANU) has an international reputation as a leading university in research, education, and policy expertise. Distinguished by its relentless pursuit of excellence, the ANU attracts leading academics and outstanding students from Australia and around the world.
The ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) is the largest single College of seven Colleges at ANU. The College, which is structured into two main research schools, offers degrees in more than 20 discipline areas and excels in research across the creative arts, humanities and social sciences. The College has a substantial international research presence and is a major source of national policy advice. Our academic staff are internationally recognised for their research, and 57 are members of the Australian Academy of the Humanities, the Academy of the Social Sciences of Australia, or both. We also host 13 Australian Research Council Future Fellows and two ARC Laureates. A hub of vibrant activity, we host more than 270 lectures, concerts and exhibitions each year, most of which are open to the public. Our students, staff and graduates come from more than 60 nations, bringing a diversity of perspective to campus life.
The ANU Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS) is a world-leader in research, education and policy analysis in the social sciences. RSSS comprises a broad range of disciplinary departments as well as a number of multidisciplinary centres: the School of Demography, the School of History, the School of Philosophy, the School of Politics and International Relations, the School of Sociology, the Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research (CAEPR), the Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies, and the Centre for Social Research and Methods.
Position overview
Since 1990, CAEPR has established an unrivalled reputation and track record as Australia’s leading social science research centre on Indigenous policy issues. CAEPR is now seeking an accomplished and senior Indigenous academic leader with relevant discipline and policy expertise, as their new Director. Reporting to the Director of RSSS, the CAEPR Director will be responsible for the operational management, research and educational leadership and strategic direction of CAEPR, consistent with the strategic plans of the College of Arts and Social Sciences and the ANU. This will include national and international policy outreach and partnership with multiple stakeholders, and the ongoing development of relationships between CAEPR and government agencies and research networks both in Australia and overseas.
Highly developed communication skills and the capacity to influence effectively should be complemented by the ability to engage across RSSS and ANU to encourage integrative research and teaching frameworks. Excellent people management capability should be combined with effective financial planning skills. The ability to build relationships while engendering a positive culture of collaboration will be essential.
This is an Identified Position in accordance with the ANU's Identified Position Policy. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons are strongly encouraged to apply
For more information, please contact Professor Catherine Waldby, Director, Research School of Social Sciences T: +61 2 6125 2257 E: director.rsss@anu.edu.au
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. CAEPR actively encourages women and applicants of non-binary gender to apply for this position. CAEPR is committed to developing a diverse staffing profile, and supporting flexible working arrangements that take into account caring responsibilities. If desired, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with senior women within CAEPR, RSSS and ANU, and CAEPR will support mentoring opportunities.
For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
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A statement addressing the selection criteria.
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A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
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Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Applications close: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
National Health and Medical Research Council
2018 – 2019 Indigenous Internship Program
Are you passionate about Health?
Do you want to contribute to Australia’s future?
Do you foresee a career in Health or Medical Research?
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is pleased to invite all eligible applicants to apply to the Indigenous Internship program.
The NHMRC’s Indigenous internship program provides a wide range of opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to gain insight into the work of the NHMRC, as well as to enhance their educational experience through practical work experience. An internship with the NHMRC provides:
- exposure to government processes and requirements in relation to funding health and medical research,
- experience in developing guidelines, identifying and promoting resolution of ethical issues,
- exposure to mechanisms and challenges of disseminating and increasing uptake of knowledge, and
- better understanding of the rationale for, and demands of, public administration and accountability.
A limited number of places for internships are available in our Canberra and Melbourne offices.
Eligibility
To be eligible you must be: enrolled in an Undergraduate or Masters degree in a health or medical research related field; able to work independently and as part of a team; and can provide evidence to confirm that you are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
The internship runs for twelve weeks over mid-November and mid-January (during the summer university break) and mid-June to mid-August (during the winter university break) each year, however there is flexibility around these timeframes.
Applications for the 2018-19 Indigenous Internship Program close on 2 November 2018.
To find out more please see our Indigenous Internship Information, which details eligibility and selection, as well as the terms and conditions of the program
https://nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/careers/indigenous-internship-program or call Peter Malouf, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisor on 02 6217 9370 or Julie Goode, Director Human resources on 02 6217 9217.
Aboriginal Health Services - Registered Nurse
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $1200.10 - $1685.10
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ60885
Location: St Leonards, Royal North Shore Hospital
Want to work with a dynamic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health team to improve the holistic health of our mob?
What you'll be doing
The purpose of this role is to provide high quality, safe and culturally appropriate nursing care within an individualised holistic framework and within Registered Nurse of Practice. In the delivery of nursing care the Registered Nurse will work under both the direct and indirect supervision of the CNC.
The position will work in partnership with a multidisciplinary team to achieve identified goals and outcomes. Communicate openly and respectfully in line with the CORE values of NSLHD.
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 Paul Weir on 9462 9016 or paul.weir1@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 9 November 2018
Executive General Manager - Indigenous Services, Australian Unity
POSITION TITLE: EGM Indigenous Services
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer
BUSINESS UNIT: Independent & Assisted Living
APPROVED BY: Chief Executive
INCENTIVE PROGRAM: True North
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE / EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
Transform the existing Aboriginal Home Care operations to provide holistic and culturally appropriate services that empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to thrive, creating a positive social impact for their communities. This critical role will establish a sustainable business model through strategic, innovative and collaborative leadership in order to influence public policy, improve business performance and achieve organisational and community goals.
POSITION DIMENSIONS:
Directly Supervises: 6-8
Budget Controlled: $N/A
Physical Activity: N/A
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WORKFORCE SEGMENT: Business Leadership |
PAYLINE: General Market |
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BAND: Band 9 |
PD ID: X |
Key accountabilities required to achieve the primary objective – and indicate the relevant performance measure(s) for each area:
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To develop, manage and monitor annual P&L budgets and strategies to ensure budgeted growth targets are met/exceeded and services are delivered in a cost effective manner including:
Ensure strong financial management skills are developed in operational and emerging leaders to support strong commercial outcomes at all levels of the business |
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Our Way of Being
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JOB ENVIRONMENT:
Australian Unity is a national healthcare, financial services and retirement living organisation with $1 billion in rev enues, and providing services to more than 620,000 Australians. It is a mutual organisation with over 320,000 members and employs over 6,500 staff.
At Australian Unity, we offer more than quality, affordable products and services. Our ambition is enable millions to enjoy wellbeing.
Our people describe our culture as positive, people oriented, friendly and achievement focused. Our employee engagement is over 80% which means our people feel connected to our direction, are in roles that are challenging and believe that our leadership is of high quality.
A critical part of working at Australian Unity is behaving in alignment with our way of being. We believe that if we are Bold, Warm and Honest in all our dealing with people then we will positively work towards being a leading wellbeing company.
CAPABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
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Leading the Journey Simplify Complexity Self Insight |
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Thought leadership Game Changer Global Mindset |
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SPECIFIC ANNUAL PERFORMANCE INDICATORS WILL BE ADVISED
For a confidential discussion or to obtain a detailed Position Description, please contact Adina Tilburey, Talent Acquisition Partner on 0418 902 977 or atilburey@australianunity.com.au
Academic employment opportunity at Sydney Nursing School
The University of Sydney values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking academic staff to teach in Indigenous Health Nursing.
Sydney Nursing School is highly regarded nationally and internationally for academic excellence, quality teaching and innovative research. Sydney Nursing School offers a range of pre-registration courses, including Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Studies), Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry), and a suite of combined degree programs that enable students to maintain broad study interests by linking their bachelor degree in arts, science or health sciences to a Master of Nursing. Sydney Nursing School also has an exciting suite of advanced and specialised nursing programs in Cancer and Haematology, Advanced Nursing Practice, Emergency, Intensive Care, Mental Health, Primary Health Care and Nurse Practitioner, and a range of research initiatives linked to these areas.
We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us. We hope you will come and join us.
About you
We are seeking to appoint two casual or part time fixed-term contract academic staff to contribute to teaching in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and nursing. Ideally, you will have some tertiary teaching experience and relevant health related experience in the field of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s health. This is an opportunity to join and contribute to a growing teaching and research team at the University of Sydney and to further your teaching profile within health.
Essential criteria
- postgraduate qualification related to health and health care
- recent experience working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health care and/or health policy
- excellent organisational skills
- experience working as an effective team member
- teaching experience in either clinical or tertiary settings
Desirable criteria
- experience in higher education teaching and learning and demonstrated ability to teach Indigenous health and care to health profession students
- experience in working with eLearning sites
- Master of Philosophy or PhD or working towards either in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
- a graduate qualification in education
- Nursing Registration with AHPRA
For further information in relation to the position, please contact A/Professor Heather McKenzie, Associate Dean (Academic) on 02 9351 0546.
Please email your application addressing the above criteria together with your CV to Maree Whipps, maree.whipps@sydney.edu.au
Agency EEN Aged Care
LOCATION: Wollongong, South Sydney, Sutherlandshire
CONTACT: amy.ferrie@h1healthcare.com.au
Due to an overwhelming demand from our clients, H1 Healthcare are seeking EENs for South West Sydney. We have a number of aged care facilities across Sydney if this area is not suitable.
Are you an AIN with experience in Aged Care currently living in Australia and looking for additional work?
As an agency nurse, you will be given a range of shifts to suit your lifestyle. You will need to have a minimum of 12 months experience working as an EEN in Aged care.
Successful candidates will have:
- AHPRA registration
- 2 recent clinical referees
- Current police record
- 12 months qualified experience within Aged care, preferably in aged care facilities
- You must have a car
In return H1 Healthcare offer the following benefits:
- Fantastic pay rates - Paid weekly
- New, user-friendly app where you can pick up shifts at the click of a button
- Flexible Hours to meet your needs
- Fast track registration
- Free online training - Qintil
- Dedicated, experienced, supportive and friendly consultants
- Nurse referral scheme- financial rewards
If this sounds like something you would want then please apply now.
St Vincent’s Health Australia (SVHA) National Vacancy Sheet (QLD, NSW & VIC)
As a valued employee of St Vincent’s Health Australia we can offer:
- Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision;
- A friendly team environment with a great community care spirit;
- Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service;
- Salary packaging option;
- No cost uniforms and training
- Full Cultural Post Placement Support
- Culturally safe workplace
To Apply:
Please forward current resume and a cover letter (with a short introduction and letting me know why they are good for the role from their previous experiences.) to Edward.Solien@svha.org.au.
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Director of Indigenous Health Education
Job no: 495137
Work type: Fixed term / Part time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Head of School / Director
- Unique newly created opportunity
- Significantly contribute to trends, initiatives and directions in Indigenous health education at UNSW
- Fixed term – Part time (0.5 FTE) for 36 months
- Location - Sydney NSW Australia
More info and application HERE
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position. Registered Nurse (RN) Aboriginal Health Cost Centre
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Nursing Opportunities in Northern Territory Government
Job: Nursing Opportunities in Northern Territory Government
Contact: Kalotina Halkitis via Kalotina.Halkitis@nt.gov.au
Royal Darwin Hospital and Palmerston Regional Hospital have multiple nursing vacancies across all nursing fields.
We offer flexible work options, great career progression and training in specialist areas such as emergency, theatre, and medicine.
Do you know someone who might be interested? Share, like, and tag today.
Apply now - https://ourlifeouthere.nt.gov.au/department/healthcare/nursing-opportunities/
URGENT ROLES – OPEN TO ALL
St Vincent's Care Services Mitchelton (historically known as St Joseph’s Villa and Madonna Villa) offers an enviable retirement lifestyle within a quiet, leafy suburb less than 10 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD. Residents enjoy the best balance of independence and support, with our residential living, independent living and community living services all available within the same location.
Registered Nurse (Dementia Care)
Executive Assistant – Bowen Hills (QLD) | Full Time
St Vincent's Care Services
Executive Assistant – Bowen Hills (QLD) | Full Time
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Targeted Role
- Culturally Safe Workplace
- Salary Packaging Option
- Cultural Post Placement Support
We are currently in search of an experienced Executive Assistant to join us at St Vincent’s Care Services Group Office in Bowen Hills to provide effective, efficient and confidential administrative support to our Executive Team.
Our office is close to train, bus and ferry stops and walking distance to Gasworks Newstead.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate:
- Ability to maintain collaborative and effective relationships with multidisciplinary team members;
- High level of interpersonal and written communication skills, accuracy and efficiency in preparation of
correspondence and reports including meeting preparation and minute taking;
- Management of diaries and travel itineraries;
- High degree of initiative and capacity to meet deadlines and commitments;
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism and provide quality customer service;
- Prioritise tasks, forward plan and utilise time effectively;
- 10 plus years of experience as a senior Executive Assistant (preferred);
- Provide service consistent with the Mission and Values of our organisation.
As a valued employee of St Vincent’s Care Services – Bowen Hills we can offer you:
- Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a
rapidly growing and progressive vision;
- A friendly team environment with a great community care spirit;
- Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service;
- Salary packaging option;
- No cost uniforms and training
- Full Cultural Post Placement Support
- Culturally safe workplace
To Apply:
Please forward up-to date resume to Edward.Solien@svha.org.au and the role that they are interested in and I’ll organise a phone interview and pre-screening session
Expression of Interest Maintenance Officer - Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (QLD)
Job Description:
A key strategy in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce development is targeting positions within the organisation. Targeting positions gives St Vincent’s Care Services an opportunity to demonstrate our mission and values, fulfil our commitments and bring positive change to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
As part of St Vincent’s Health Australia, St Vincent’s Care Services’ (SVCS) vision for a reconciled Australia is that all our people and communities share in the health and prosperity that this nation has to offer. SVCS is committed to reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
SVCS has a range of job opportunities, including but not limited to the roles provided below:
- Registered Nurse (a current practicing APHRA certification is mandatory)
- Enrolled Nurse
- Assistant in Nursing
- Care Services (Personal Care Worker, Home Care Worker, Diversional Therapist etc.,)
- Support Services (Cleaners, Laundry Hand, Cook, Kitchen Hand etc.,)
- Maintenance and Gardener
- Administration
- Managerial roles and many more
We would like to invite Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander persons to indicate their expression of interest for a number of Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part-Time and Casual opportunities across the organisation.
As a valued employee of SVCS we can offer you:
- Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision;
- A friendly team environment with a great community care spirit;
- Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service;
- Variety of ongoing training and professional development opportunities;
- Full Cultural Post Placement Support to provide guidance and support for your first 26 weeks of employment;
- Culturally safe workplace;
- Salary packaging option;
- No cost uniforms and training.
These opportunities are open to Australian citizens, who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and are accepted as such by the community in which they live or have lived.
You will be required to hold and maintain a current National Police Certificate at your own expense or be eligible to receive one prior to commencing.
All positions contribute to the provision of quality and sustainable health services within the ethos of the philosophy, mission, values and ethics of St Vincent’s Health Australia.
SVCS is a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia. SVCS offers quality residential, community and independent living services through 15 facilities with locations in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. St Vincent’s has been providing health care in Australia for more than 155 years. The legacy entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder, Mary Aikenhead continues to inspire the service provided to our residents in a caring, friendly atmosphere, underpinned by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
St Vincent Health Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land and pays respect to their important role as holders of knowledge.
For more information contact Edward Solien via email on Edward.Solien@svha.org.au
19 February 2019 11:59pm
Maternal and Child Health Nurse
Job Description
The Maternal and Child Health Nurse position is responsible for the provision of culturally appropriate maternal and child health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander maternal women/ newborns, their children and families, within a primary health care setting. The service adopts a holistic approach which focuses on the prevention, early detection and management of health problems.
As a member of an inter-disciplinary and integrated team the role will deliver antenatal, postnatal and early childhood services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in accordance with the Model of Care.
Key Duties include:
- Child health services including: child development checks; screening; parenting advice; responses to identified social and developmental health needs; referral to support services; early intervention services; improved linkages and collaboration with a range of early childhood services;
- Maternal antenatal care services including: providing advice about smoking cessation, healthy eating and physical activity; referrals to other health services; referrals to support services; referrals to specialists; parenting advice; social and emotional wellbeing; alcohol consumption during pregnancy; and antenatal consultations;
- Postnatal care services including: breastfeeding support/information; parenting advice about providing supportive and nurturing healthy (including smoke free) environments, nutrition and health eating support;
- Provide evidenced based assessments according to the Key Ages and Stages framework;
- Child and adult immunisation;
- Health assessment services: diabetes, sexually-transmissible infections, cardio-vascular and renal diseases etc.
- Health promotion services including: nutrition, tackling smoking and alcohol, physical activity, sexual health, blood borne viruses, prevention of communicable disease; holistic health services, women’s health services, and harm and injury reduction activities.
- Liaise and coordinate treatment, care and follow up through consultation with other sections in the service, hospitals and agencies
- Conduct home visits and/or outreach services
- Management of all recalls for significant results and follow up of tests, results and referrals
Job Location
Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled service that works with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and relevant key stakeholders across the Fraser Coast, Queensland. Galangoor delivers comprehensive primary health and wellbeing services, promoting healthy lifestyles, social and emotional wellbeing and early intervention targeting.
Contact
Ann Woolcock
Email:
ann.woolcock@gdphcs.com.au
Contact Number:
0741945554
Positions at CQU
Location: Numerous
Type of Work: Numerous
Contact: Sam Willoughby or via phone on 07 4930 6901
Position Overview: With one of the largest and fastest-growing footprints of any university in the country, CQUniversity Australia is on a phenomenal trajectory, with strong growth in student numbers, courses, campuses and accolades.
- We are currently recruiting experienced nurses for our 2017 intake across the Vocational Education Stream.
- Health programs are at the fore front of the University’s core business with courses structured to meet the ever increasing needs of our communities here in Australia.
- As a University we focus on engaged and innovative education to benefit students, industry and communities.
- As an Employer we focus on engaging our employees in a family friendly workplace.
- Making the transition to teaching is easier than you may think.
Please visit our website http://www.cqu.edu.au/jobs to view a full list of vacancies, locations and attractive remuneration packages.
Recruitment Advisor - Indigenous Workforce
Pinangba is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led service delivery arm of UnitingCare. The foundations of Pinangba are built from our cultural identity and strong community relationships and partnerships.
We deliver culturally informed services through innovative service delivery to progress Self-Determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through unique and holistic care, prioritising social justice to nurture physical, mental and spiritual healing.
We are currently taking expressions of interest from Registered Nurses and Enrolled nurses who have a desire to pursue a career within an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community health service. These roles will see you working in our newly refurbished Star of the Sea elders Village on Thursday Island in the Torres Strait.
Servicing the Torres Strait Islands, Star of the Sea Elders Village is set on the edge of beauty on Thursday Island. Star of the Sea Elders Village prides itself on empowering our Elders in their day-to-day life and improving health outcomes for Torres Strait Islander communities.
We are looking for individuals that can demonstrate:
Relevant Qualifications as an Enrolled Nurse OR Registered Nurse with current registration with AHPRA;
Medication Endorsement
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
In addition to the above skills, you will also have a strong understanding of the social, health and cultural issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people while also having previous demonstrated experience working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
This is a unique opportunity to experience life in one of the most beautiful, historic and unspoilt natural wonderlands in Australia while supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to achieve positive and holistic health outcomes. Not only do we offer state of the art facilities for our residents, we also have a newly built staff accommodation complex onsite.
Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, Visit https://www.seek.com.au/job/37359802?_ga=2.116800454.1778975926.1538545563-1401704024.1523507040 or email karla.hume@ucareqld.com.au
Through our values UnitingCare are proud of our team's diversity; we believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce to help us achieve the best outcomes for the communities in which we operate and serve. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.
St Vincent’s Health Australia (SVHA) National Vacancy Sheet (QLD, NSW & VIC)
As a valued employee of St Vincent’s Health Australia we can offer:
- Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision;
- A friendly team environment with a great community care spirit;
- Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service;
- Salary packaging option;
- No cost uniforms and training
- Full Cultural Post Placement Support
- Culturally safe workplace
To Apply:
Please forward current resume and a cover letter (with a short introduction and letting me know why they are good for the role from their previous experiences.) to Edward.Solien@svha.org.au.
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Indigenous Outreach Worker FNQ - Thursday Island, resident
Indigenous Outreach Worker - Integrated Team Care - Mainstream
Job Summary
Indigenous Outreach Worker - Indigenous specified position
Would you like to make a difference in your community? Northern Australia Primary Health Limited (NAPHL) on behalf of the NQPHN delivers the integrated team care program to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We are currently seeking applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to join the Integrated Team Care Program on Thursday Island, as an Indigenous Outreach Worker.
What's on Offer?
- Generous salary packaging benefits
- Be part of a team that understands the community and consumer and focuses on delivering value.
- Work for an organisation that will support you to complete your Certificate III in Health Services.
The Indigenous Outreach worker will work within the Integrated Team Care (ITC) team and contribute to closing the gap in life expectancy by improving access to culturally sensitive primary care services for the community within the Torres & NPA region. The Indigenous Outreach Worker will establish links with community and encourage and support access to a range of mainstream GP health services. The Indigenous Outreach Worker role is to encourage attendance at health appointments including assisting with providing transport, collecting prescriptions, completing forms and making follow-up appointments.
Successful Candidate will have:
- Demonstrated experience or aptitude working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Computer literacy skills
- Previous experience in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health role (Desirable)
- Current Drivers Licence (mandatory)
- Ability to obtain and hold a current police check and Working with Children Blue Card (mandatory)
Applications should include the following:
- Current Resume
- Covering letter detailing your relevant experience
- Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications
Job Type and Category
Working from our offices on Thursday Island you will work together with our local Care Coordinator. Daily tasks include coordinating primary health needs for community with the Hospital and other care providers. Thursday Island office is managed by our head office in Cairns. We also have offices in Townsville and Mackay.
The Indigenous Outreach worker will work within the Integrated Team Care team and contribute to closing the gap in life expectancy by improving access to culturally sensitive primary care services for the community within the Torres & NPA region. The Indigenous Outreach Worker will establish links with community and encourage and support access to a range of mainstream GP health services. The Indigenous Outreach Worker role is to encourage attendance at health appointments including assisting with providing transport, collecting prescriptions, completing forms and making follow-up appointments.
CONTACT
Elizabeth Ellis - eellis@naphl.com.au
0429966648
Closing date Monday
Service Director / Director of Nursing and Midwifery (Rural and Remote Services) (H18_ 2924)
- Service rural & regional locations across far north Queensland
- Suit experienced candidates with an understanding of rural & remote issues
- Focus on workforce attraction and retention and the development of contemporary models of care
The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) has the responsibility of providing public Hospital and health services to a population of approximately 250,000 people. The outer western region of the Service encompasses extremely remote communities and it is estimated that 14% of the population are Indigenous Australian. The CHHHS is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of all people in Far North Queensland with a budget of $936M and 4,849.78 FTE staff.
As a key member of this large and diverse organisation, the DON&M Service Director, Rural and Remote Services will provide leadership, management, innovation and excellence to meet patients care and service delivery needs across the continuum of care. The DON&M Service Director, Rural and Remote Services will be responsible for engaging with others to lead and manage complex resources to ensure high quality care is provided in complex clinical environments in rural and remote settings.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute and join the development of the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Services. Reporting operationally to the Executive Director Rural and Remote Services and professionally to the Executive Director of Nursing & Midwifery.
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate inter alia:
- Nursing registration with AHPRA
- Demonstrated and advanced knowledge and application of contemporary nursing and midwifery practice and standards across a range of nursing and midwifery services (Preferably within a rural and remote setting)
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to create/review/present executive-level documents that create a clear, concise and compelling narrative to support the achievement of rural and remote health outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective advanced level leadership, management and organisational skills.
- Effectively manages staff within Human Resource Management (HRM) framework and builds trust and rapport with the team by utilising contemporary human resource and people management strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change and support all team members (clinical and non-clinical) through the implementation of change initiatives to sustainability.
- Demonstrates an understanding of strategic and operational planning and implementation to achieve organisational goals.
- Demonstrates an understands financial principles and takes responsibility for meeting budgets, remaining cost focused and working within funding limits.
If you have the leadership and management capabilities in operations of large and complex health care organisations, believe you meet the listed criteria, then we would like to talk to you about this vital and new position.
We invite qualified candidates to contact Rhodie Miller on +61 (0)422 816 557 or via email rmiller@hardygroupintl.com for a confidential discussion.
Applications Close: 25/10/2018
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St Vincent’s Health Australia (SVHA) National Vacancy Sheet (QLD, NSW & VIC)
As a valued employee of St Vincent’s Health Australia we can offer:
- Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision;
- A friendly team environment with a great community care spirit;
- Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service;
- Salary packaging option;
- No cost uniforms and training
- Full Cultural Post Placement Support
- Culturally safe workplace
To Apply:
Please forward current resume and a cover letter (with a short introduction and letting me know why they are good for the role from their previous experiences.) to Edward.Solien@svha.org.au.
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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: Aboriginal Brain Injury Coordinator
Expressions of interest are invited from Aboriginal people who would like to undertake the role as an with the research project titled
The project is a state-wide research project that aims to improve the delivery of culturally secure rehabilitation services to Aboriginal people and improve overall health outcomes for Aboriginal people after a stroke or traumatic brain injury. The study is running from 2017 – 2021.
involves work in the hospital and community setting to provide education, support, coordination, liaison and advocacy service to participants of the project. Participants of the project are Aboriginal people over the age of 18 years of age who have experienced a stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI). The Aboriginal Brain Injury Coordinator will work with participants for 6 months after their stroke or TBI.
The Aboriginal Brain Injury Coordinator position is appropriate for someone with the following skills and attributes:
- Minimum qualification of a Certificate 3 in a relevant field. Preference will be given to individuals with Aboriginal Health Worker qualifications, Enrolled or Registered Nurses.
- Experience in conducting health or needs assessments with patients and families
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal. Includes the ability to liaise effectively with other staff, health professionals and external agencies on individual client management matters and on general service issues.
- Sound problem-solving skills and ability to organise and prioritise work with a client service focus.
- Skills in computing including word processing, email and internet skills.
- Interest in brain injury and rehabilitation.
- Current and valid Class C driver’s license.
- Satisfactory completion of a Working With Children’s Check and National Police Clearance (less than 1-year old)
Thorough training, supervision and orientation will be provided.
For further information about this opportunity, please contact Meaghan McAllister (Project Manager) at m.mcallister@ecu.edu.au or by telephone: 08 6304 5468.
To express interest, please send your CV to Meaghan at the above email address.
Closing 2021
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Program Manager
U.S Nursing Careers - Registered Nurses
An excellent opportunity to maximize housing affordability, develop your Nursing Career and enjoy the unique U.S. Mid West lifestyle.
Primary locations U.S. Mid West : Indicative annual salaries U.S. $ 67,000 ( $A 87,000)
We are looking for Registered Nurses based in Australia and New Zealand, with between 5-10 Years Nursing Experience who wish to develop their careers in the U.S. Applicants should have completed a Bachelors in Nursing and currently work in an Acute Care Hospital Setting. Preferred Specialties include ICU, CCU, ER, Medical – Surgical and O.R. Sponsorship will be through the I-140 Application ( Green Card ) for the Nurse, Spouse and dependents below 21.
Applicants will benefit from the Housing Affordability Index in the U.S. Mid West which is twice the affordability factor compared to Australian Cities, a relaxed laid back lifestyle, very low commute times and excellent Career Development opportunities.
To qualify for selection, you will need to complete the U.S. Nursing Board Certification exam, the NCLEX- RN .
Please reply with your Resume to : Mr Chris Noronha, Director , Integrated Technology & Solutions LLC
Email : cnoronha@g2h.care
Cell Phone in Australia : 0424-645-202
Direct : +1-502-489-8084
Job Seekers
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Registered Nurse - Div 1 ADELAIDE |
Catherine passion has always been to work in the health sector, particularly in Aboriginal health. She is seeking full time employment in an AMS, Medicare local or Aged Care Facility. Catherine's extensive resume is attached as well as a cover letter. For further information on Catherine please contact membershipsuppourt@catsinam.org.au /static/uploads/files/curriculum-vitae-catherine-bulner-wfhoubvdykpy.pdf |
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Registered Nurse - Div 1 QLD |
Tracey is seeking fulltime, part time or casual employment. Having an extensive background in leadership roles and community based health services. Attached is Tracey's amazing resume. /static/uploads/files/tracey-curriculum-vitae-wfbmjvuqqomq.pdf |
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Endorsed Enrolled Nurse QLD - Eagleby |
Trisha is an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse registered in Queensland with AHPRA. Looking for a position that provides an opportunity to be supported while gaining valuable experience in the nursing industry. I have great clinical skills. IV and Medications endorsed. Enthusiastic with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic. |
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Enrolled Endorsed Practitioner NSW - Adamstown |
Sandra is a Registered Nurse with Fourteen years+ experience in ensuring high standards of culturally appropriate care for a variety of patient with in clinical settings as well as community providing nursing care to diverse populations experience in health care as an Enrolled Nurse Practitioner in out patients and in patient settings Excel at comprehension assessment, development and implementation of health care. |
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Enrolled Nurse (Division 2), General WA - YANCHEP |
Helen is seeking part time work in the Yanchep area. Her resume can be sen below. |
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Registered Nurse - Div 1 VIC - Carlton |
Dianne is seeking full time work - please contact CATSNaM for contact information |
Location: Any AHPRA office nationally
Reporting to the National Director, Communications, this exciting role will see you make your mark through providing advice and leadership to AHPRA and National Boards on the program delivery of work that will support the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy. This includes ensuring that the deliverables in the AHPRA Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and the initiatives to support the work of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Group are met. Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, the Program Manager will have a strong respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. http://careers.ahpra.gov.au/cw/en/job/492891/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-health-strategy-program-manager
Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Project Officer
Location: Any AHPRA office nationally
Reporting to the Program Manager, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health strategy, this exciting role will see you make your mark! You will provide project and communication support to AHPRA and National Boards on the program delivery of work that facilitates the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy. Demonstrating a strong respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, you will build productive stakeholder relationships to ensure that objectives are met.http://careers.ahpra.gov.au/cw/en/job/492890/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-health-strategy-project-officer