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Health Worker - Advanced (Maternal, Child and Youth Health - Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander)
About the Organisation
The Waijungbah Jarjums Service functions within a multidisciplinary team to promote and deliver efficient, effective, clinically relevant, culturally safe and appropriate patient outcomes in the specific area of Maternal, Child and Youth in Women's/Family Health to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and their families.
About the Role
An opportunity has become available for a Health Worker - Advanced (Maternal, Child and Youth Health - Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 10 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Mandatory possession of a Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care and proof of qualification.
- Identified Indigenous
- Working with children check from the Commission for Children and Young People prior to appointment to this position.
More Information and How To Apply
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Closing Date
November 30, 2020
The APHTI is delivered in a partnership between the NSW Ministry of Health and the population health services (Local Health Districts and Specialty Health Networks) across NSW. It is a three-year long training program comprising part-time study towards a Master of Public Health in conjunction with a series of work placements in the population health services of a NSW health service. It aims to contribute to the development of the Aboriginal population health workforce, with the ultimate goal of improving the health of Aboriginal people in NSW.
- National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance (NCIRS) Kids Research, Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) is currently recruiting into a new APHTI traineeship position. Please find the link to the job advertisement below.
JOB Advertisement: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/job/aboriginal-population-health-trainee-219371
Closing date for applications: 6 December 2020
- South Western Sydney Local Health District is currently recruiting into a new APHTI traineeship position. Please follow the link below.
JOB Advertisement: https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/swslhd/jobs/trainee-hlth-mgr-lvl-1-aboriginal-population-health-temp-ft-87433
Closing date for applications: 13 December 2020
Clinical Nurse (Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit)
About the Organisation
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the largest tertiary health service in northern Australia; we are responsible for the delivery of healthcare services, education and research within a region covering over 149,500km with a population of approximately 250,000 people.
About the Role
The Clinical Nurse will work collaboratively with consumers and multi-disciplinary professionals to provide clinical care and a therapeutic environment conducive to the dignity and well-being of consumers and carers within the Mental Health Service.
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Bachelor of Nursing qualification + current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Highly desirable: a relevant post-registration and/or tertiary qualifications in mental health nursing.
- Credentialed status with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) would be highly desirable. If not credentialed, then willingness to undertake and complete the requirements for certification as Credentialed Mental Health Nurse.
- Appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2000 would be well regarded. If not AMHP, then willingness to undertake and complete the requirements for appointment.
How To Apply
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Closing Date December 6, 2020
Clinical Nurse
About the Organisation
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the largest tertiary health service in northern Australia; we are responsible for the delivery of healthcare services, education and research within a region covering over 149,500km with a population of approximately 250,000 people.
About the Role
The Clinical Nurse position is a leadership role within the multidisciplinary team for the Adolescent Inpatient Unit and Day Service. You will provide care for all young people which is safe, of the highest quality possible and in accordance with established professional standards.
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Bachelor of Nursing qualification + current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Postgraduate qualifications relevant to the position or working towards a relevant qualification would be highly desirable.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an annual competency in Advanced Life Support.
- Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster which includes participation in an on-call roster.
- Credentialed status (or willingness to undertake and complete the requirements) with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses.
How To Apply
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Closing Date December 6, 2020
Professional Officer, temporary full-time
About the Organisation
NSWNMA represents the industrial interests of nurses and midwives employed in NSW in the public, private, aged care and disability sectors
About the Role
We seek a self-motivated Professional Officer to join our Professional Services Team on a temporary full-time basis until September 2021.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit members to the NSWNMA
- Respond to and meet the information needs of our members
- Identify potential professional issues of interest or concern to the members and the NSWNMA and respond accordingly
- Develop and review all NSWNMA policies, position statements and guidelines in a timely fashion
- Provide education to members that addresses current nursing and midwifery practices
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Recognised qualifications in the field of nursing/midwifery
- Demonstrated analytical and research skills and experience in the preparation of submissions and report writing
- Demonstrated experience in project management, policy development and broad research skills
- The ability to work independently as well as in a team
- The ability to meet deadlines and manage several issues simultaneously
How To Apply
Submit your application online - https://www.nswnma.asn.au/apply-here/
Your application must briefly address each point of selection criteria found in the Professional Officer position description - https://www.nswnma.asn.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Approved-Professional-Officer-PD-29112018-updated-01102020.pdf
NSWNMA/ANMF NSW Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fosters a diverse workplace.
Closing Date December 6, 2020
Employment opportunities at Aboriginal Medical Service Redfern
Are you seeking a new diverse challenge, working as part of a multidisciplinary team of dedicated health professionals?
The Aboriginal Medical Service Redfern (AMS) established in 1971, was the first Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation in Australia.
We are a multi-disciplinary healthcare facility with Medical, Chronic Care, Drug and Alcohol, Mental Health, Dental and Public Health Units. We are seeking to fill various positions within our service to provide high levels of patient care whilst servicing our local community needs.
Current Positions Include:
1 x General Practitioner (12 Month Maternity Leave Contract)
2 x Registered Nurses (Perm, fulltime)
1 x Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (Perm Fulltime)
2 x Aboriginal Health Workers / Practitioners (Perm Fulltime)
3 x Trainee Aboriginal Health Workers (24month fixed term traineeship)
We can offer you attractive remuneration and benefits, including a great salary
packaging options and an inner-city location easily accessible by public transport
For further information please contact: recruitment@amsredfern.org.au or contact
our HR team on 02 9319 5823.
Associate Research Fellow
About the Organisation
University of Wollongong
About the Role
Project manager/ Associate Research Fellow: To manage the Peer Support for Breastfeeding for Aboriginal Women MRFF project (4.5 year project).
The project aims to evaluate the effect of scheduled breastfeeding peer support for and by Aboriginal women, on breastfeeding initiation and prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding at six weeks,
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of study design
- Oversee development of junior researchers
- Perform other duties as required by the Chief Investigator may determine from time to time
- Observe the principles and practices of the Equal Employment Opportunity
- Have WH&S responsibilities, accountabilities and authorities as outlined in the http://staff.uow.edu.au/ohs/commitment/responsibilities/ document
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Actively support cultural safety, cultural inclusion and knowledge sharing
- Demonstrated cultural competence in working with Aboriginal communities
- Interest in breastfeeding, nutrition, maternal and women’s health
- Enthusiasm and advocacy and care for women and children
- Demonstrated competence in research and project management
More Information
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Contact:
Rowena Ivers rivers@uow.edu.au
0438894810
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advanced Health Worker (Maternal and Infant) - Women's Health Unit
About the Organisation
Mackay Hospital and Health Service has eight hospitals, two multi-purpose health services and two additional community health services that employ more than 3,300 staff.
Click here to find out more information about the Mackay HHS
About the Role
The primary purpose of the hospital based Advanced Health Worker (Maternal and Infant Health) role is to assist in providing culturally appropriate services by the Mackay Base Hospital Maternity Unit to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and their partner/ family during the antenatal, intrapartum and post-natal period
Conditions of employment:
In addition to any mandatory requirements specified on the Role Description, such as Professional Registration and Qualifications, and prior to being made an offer of employment, incumbents are required to demonstrate their immunity to all or some of the following Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD): Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (chicken pox), Pertussis (whooping cough).
Click here to find out more information about VPD
To apply for this exciting opportunity:
- Before applying ensure that you download and read the Role Description and Information Package for Applicants.
- Provide a short response (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge will enable you to achieve the key responsibilities of the role. This is an opportunity to tell us about yourself, your professional career and why you are the right person for this job.
- Attach your current resume/CV, including contact details of two referees, preferably your current/past supervisor, who can confirm/support your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years.
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How To Apply
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Clinical Nurse
About the Organisation
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the largest tertiary health service in northern Australia; we are responsible for the delivery of healthcare services, education and research within a region covering over 149,500km with a population of approximately 250,000 people.
About the Role
You will provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification + current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Highly desirable: current experience working in an Emergency Department.
- Shift workers: appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster.
- Travel by light aircraft or ferry may be required from Townsville to Palm Island and return.
How To Apply
https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV357763
Closing Date
4 January 2021
Registered Nurse
About the Organisation
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the largest tertiary health service in northern Australia; we are responsible for the delivery of healthcare services, education and research within a region covering over 149,500km with a population of approximately 250,000 people.
About the Role
You will provide high quality, evidence-based nursing care to the people of Palm Island. This will include working in all areas of emergency, inpatient and outpatient services.
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification + current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Highly desirable: current extensive experience in an Emergency Department and a current Adult Life Support certificate.
- Shift workers: appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster.
- Travel by light aircraft may be required from Townsville to Palm Island and return.
How To Apply
https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV357762
Closing Date 4 January 2021
Credentialed Diabetes Educator - Sunrise Health Service
About the Organisation
Sunrise is an independent community controlled health service that provides comprehensive primary health care services to nine remote health centres and to the 4000 people living in the Katherine East region.
About the Role
As the successful Credentialed Diabetes Educator, you will be able to provide services to all Sunrise clinics and communities for individual and group services to diabetic patients and families. Being part of a passionate team of preventative and chronic disease health professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high quality and individualised diabetes management/care for patients and their families suffering from, or at risk of diabetes and associated conditions.
- Work collaboratively with all health centre and specialist staff to ensure appropriate planning and implementation of care for patients receiving care for their diabetes
- Work as a member of the Chronic Disease team and communicate effectively with all disciplines within the health care team.
- Provide clinical leadership to other health professionals including Remote Area Nurses (RANs), Aboriginal Health Practitioners, medical and allied health professional staff
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Credentialing as a Diabetes Educator
- Extensive professional experience in diabetes and chronic disease management
- Demonstrated understanding of the principals of Aboriginal community controlled health services
- AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner
- Ability to practice in a sensitive and culturally safe manner in a remote Aboriginal Community
How To Apply
Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Lauren Golotta for more information on 08 8982 1011 or recruitment@ntphn.org.au
Alternatively follow the link below.
https://www.ntphn.org.au/position/jo-2007-1703
Closing Date January 30, 2021
Remote Area Nurse - Marthakal Homelands Health Service
About the Organisation
Rural Workforce Agency NT (RWA NT) are partnering with Marthakal Homelands Health Service (MHHS) to find a Remote Area Nurse to join their committed team located in Galiwin'ku (Elcho Island) Northern Territory.
About the Role
Being successful in the role, you will be able take a proactive approach to assist clients to address health issues in a holistic way. Working with local communities you are able to raise awareness of health issues and develop and implement intervention strategies to improve health. Having collaborative health care partnerships.
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum of 2 years broad nursing experience post registration
- Recognised Immunisation certificate or willingness to obtain
- Understanding and commitment to the philosophy, aims and objectives of Primary Health Care
- Remote Emergency Care certificate (REC) or willingness to obtain
How To Apply
Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Lauren Golotta for more information on 08 8982 1011 or recruitment@ntphn.org.au
Alternatively follow the link below.
https://www.ntphn.org.au/position/jo-2009-1740
Closing Date January 31, 2021
Kids Clinic Nurse RN4 - Mala'la Health Service
About the Organisation
Rural Workforce Agency NT (RWA NT) is partnering with Mala’a Health service to find a Registered Nurse with experience in Child Health for their Kids Clinic Program. Mala’la Health Service is currently undergoing an exciting time with the organisational transition of the Health Service in Maningrida to Mala’la Health Service community control model.
About the Role
To be a successful Child Health Nurse, you will be able to promote and provide comprehensive and culturally appropriate health program for the children of Maningrida Community, and also work collaboratively with other stakeholders in Maningrida.
Key Responsibilities
- Work within the Child Health Program in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality prevention and treatment
- Identify and prioritise Child Health needs by working collaboratively with families and the broader community
- Provide a culturally safe, competent, and comprehensive care
- Develop and maintain a strong referral pathway
Experience, Qualifications and Documents required
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Min 5 years of broad nursing experience post-registration and 3 years working in a primary health-related field in a remote context, preferably in Child Health
- Remote experience with the ability to participate in the on-call roster
- Qualifications and experience directly related to Child Health, preferably in a community setting
How To Apply
Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Lauren Golotta for more information on 08 8982 1011 or recruitment@ntphn.org.au. Alternatively, follow the link below.
https://www.ntphn.org.au/position/jo-2010-1859
Closing Date 31 January 2021
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