POLICY OFFICER

NATSIHWA is currently recruiting for a Policy Officer. Please download the full position description here for more information on requirements and how to apply

Applications close: Monday 11th November 2019.

Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician

Providing community, strength based goal setting for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have Mental health conditions with in Sydney Local Health District.
For further information please use link provided.
https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/job/aboriginal-mental-health-clinician-registered-nurse-psychologist-occupational-therapist-social-worker-mental-health-clinician-welfare-officer-177022

Chronic Nurse Navigator

• Permanent Role
• Attractive Salary and Remuneration
• Based Redfern

The Nurse Navigator role is designed to provide holistic support to AMS registered patients with complex health conditions.
We strive to improve the quality and range of our services through community interaction and evaluation. We see health as: “Not just the physical well-being of the individual but the social, emotional and cultural well-being of the whole community, this is a whole-of-life view and also includes the cyclical concept of life-death-life" (National Aboriginal Health Strategy 1989).

Who we are?

• Australia’s first Aboriginal Medical Service
• 2018 Winner – Dreamtime Awards Community Organisation

The Nurse Navigator role is designed to provide holistic support to AMS registered patients with complex health conditions requiring an expert level of healthcare co-ordination. This integrated and proactive approach to health care service delivery will help ensure our patients receive the most appropriate service when and where they need it. Nurse Navigators work across system boundaries to actively advocate and improve health literacy, in close partnership with patients and families, other health and allied-health services to improve the patient's healthcare experience and quality of life

Essential:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA). 5 years or more experience.
• Ability to provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients in a safe and culturally appropriate manner.
• Experience and knowledge with at least one or more chronic diseases.
• Ability to work effectively with GPs, practice nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers / Practitioners, allied health professionals and specialists.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service, primary health care and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues within the Australian context.
• Strong interpersonal and written skills including liaison, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to set priorities and achieved desired outcomes within specific timeframes.
• Knowledge to use a desktop computer, familiarity with Medical Director / PracSoft software.
• Possession of current driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Demonstrate advanced application of clinical and professional leadership skill and specialist knowledge to achieve integrated patient care and reduce fragmentation in the patient journey.
• Apply advanced knowledge and skill to engage patients, family and caregivers, encouraging self-management and health literacy supporting informed decision making.
• Exercise advanced clinical judgement, informed by an evidence-based model using critical thinking and ethical decision-making processes, in the provision of patient-centred care coordination across the patient journey.

For all Enquiries please contact Recruitment on 02 93195823 or email: recruitment@amsredfern.org.au
Please send a current resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to recruitment@amsredfern.org.au 
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply although this is not a requirement of the role.
Applicants are required to have the right to work in Australia. Police checks and Working with Children Check and Proof of current Immunisation Records as part of the recruitment process.

Closes October 31 2019

Registered Nurse - Acute Medical Care

About Us

The Aboriginal Medical Service Redfern strive to improve the quality and range of our services through community interaction and evaluation. We see health as: “Not just the physical well-being of the individual but the social, emotional and cultural well-being of the whole community, this is a whole-of-life view and also includes the cyclical concept of life-death-life" -  National Aboriginal Health Strategy 1989.

What we can offer?

• Australia’s first Aboriginal Medical Service
• 2018 Winner – Dreamtime Awards Community Organisation

We are seeking an outcomes driven Registered Nurse to work with Aboriginal Communities to provide comprehensive clinical and primary health care as well as psycho-social needs of those attending the Aboriginal Medical Service.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an acute care setting or medical practice environment
• Able to demonstrate leadership and work within a high calibre collegiate healthcare team
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to identify key messages, issues and concerns when communicating with others
• Strong computer skills including Internet and email, and familiarity with health information
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the National Competency Standards for Registered Nurses
• Demonstrated ability to work in Aboriginal Health, with an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation
• Demonstrated ability to your commitment to working in a team environment.
• Awareness of the importance of confidentiality and its application

Any enquiries can be sent to recruitment@amsredfern.org.au
Applicants are required to have the right to work in Australia. Police checks form part of the recruitment process.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply although this is not a requirement of the role.

Closes October 31 2019

Eastern Sector Community Manager

The Aboriginal Mental Health Unit (AMHU) is based at Camperdown and is a small team providing culturally appropriate community and health centre based mental health consultations and coordinating care of Aboriginal Consumers of Mental Health Services. Care coordination is the main component of this model of care and includes extended care coordination, targeted packages of care and short term care coordination.

more information here

Closes 23 October 2019

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/

Closes 31 December 2019

Nurse Unit Manager

An exciting opportunity exists for a Nurse Unit Manager to join the Southern Queensland Centre of Excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care team. You will be accountable at an advanced practice level for leading and coordinating the SQCoE to achieve best practice standards for clinical practice, patient centred care within a Healthcare team and is responsible for the provision of effective and efficient human, material and financial resource management.

Metro South Health is Australia's first digital health service and the first health service in Australia to be recognised for excellence in person-centred care by Planetree International. It's also one of the largest in Queensland, with an estimated residential population of approximately one million people or 23 per cent of Queensland's population. 

Encompassing the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population amongst Queensland's Hospital and Health Services, our diverse community expects – and deserves – to see reflected in our workplace their own faces and hear their own voices and stories informed by lived cultural insights. At Metro South Health, we commit to improving access to jobs and progression opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

This is your opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals at Metro South Health and be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology, excellence in health care, teaching, research and empowering our people to be the best in serving our community.

About the Role

The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) is accountable at an advanced practice level for leading and coordinating the SQCoE to achieve best practice standards for clinical practice, patient centred care within a Healthcare team and is responsible for the provision of effective and efficient human, material and financial resource management.

• Accountable for delivery of contemporary nursing practice, patient outcomes and the achievement of associated service performance targets/indicators within the SQCoE. 
• Integrate key objectives from the Metro South/Divisional strategic plans and clinical service profiles into service delivery for the SQCoE.
• Apply and adhere to organisational policies, including policies relating to human resources, work health and safety, and finance including the Business Planning Framework.
• Promote and initiate innovative practice change to meet emerging service needs.
• Utilise advanced, effective communication and negotiation skills and influences the culture towards a common vision, direction and ethical framework.
• Work collaboratively with peers and others to create team cohesion and a positive practice environment that achieves best practice outcomes for patients and/or service.
• Participate in the ongoing professional development of self and others at a high level.
• Responsible in the development and sustainability of a culture of learning resulting in a capable and educated nursing/midwifery workforce.

Southern Queensland Centre of Excellence (SQCoE) in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, commonly known as Inala Indigenous Health Service, is a Queensland Health service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  Located in Inala, 18km South West of Brisbane CBD, our clinic is staffed by GPs, nurses, allied health and Aboriginal Health Workers and visiting medical specialists.  The nursing team includes General Practice Clinic nurses, Child Health nurses, Outreach Immunisation and nurses working in Chronic Disease.  We also provide health-related services at a community level, and our research team is dedicated to finding and publishing evidence about how to improve the health of our patients.  For further information, please see http://www.health.qld.gov.au/iihs/default.asp

This is an identified position. Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Benefits

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

As a Metro South employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro South here: www.metrosouth.health.qld.gov.au/join-our-team

Further information

Applicants are encouraged to apply online here; Please review the Role Description for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• MS10325851 - Role Description (PDF, 603KB)

Role Description

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 258KB)

Information Package for Applicants

Nurse Unit Manager (Acute Care)

Woorabinda Multipurpose Health Service

What's on offer?
Total package value up to $140,297 p.a., comprising salary between $113,261 - $122,964 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7);

• Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Annual leave loading 17.5%
• Salary packaging     
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/life balance, variety and flexibility

Additional benefits to this role include:

• Accommodation is provided
• Rural and Remote Incentives (RANIP), Annual Isolation Bonus.
• Professional Development Allowance, and 10 days Professional Development Leave (p.a. f/t)

Bring CQ Health your leadership ability, clinical skills and passion for excellent service deliver and you'll join a great workplace with opportunities for career development. The Woorabinda MPHS, provides first line, health care for the people of Woorabinda and surrounding rural population.

About the role

The Nurse Unit Manager, Acute Care is a Registered Nurse accountable at an advanced practice level for the development, coordination and assurance of best practice community nursing and primary health care services of this predominately indigenous, rural/remote health care setting.

Some of how you will be assessed

A relevant postgraduate diploma or Master's degree is an expectation of this position.

Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe is expected and will form part of the performance and development plan.

Download and read thoroughly all vacancy documentation.

Call Helen on (07) 4913 2800 to discuss the role or apply online now!

Job Ad Reference:  CH9I323300

Application Details:  https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-CH9I323300

Closing Date:  27 October 2019

Senior Research Fellow

This position is key to making a real difference in the evidence base of rural and remote health and workforce research. You will contribute to our ambitious research program, capacity building and research education for rural, remote and Indigenous health, health services and workforce in outback Queensland and beyond.

• Join our dynamic, innovative team
• Further develop your research career in rural, remote and Indigenous Health
• Experience a real opportunity to make a long term difference
• Amazing chance to experience Queensland’s outback regions and people

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Fellow to join our multi-disciplinary team at the Centre for Rural and Remote Health based in Mount Isa.

What can you accomplish in the Role
Contribute to the development of strategic remote and rural health workforce and health services research and education relevant to our region and regions like ours through your own work and further development of a community of researchers, network collaboration and support of novice researchers, students and other health professionals undertaking research.

About you
With early career research knowledge translation and publication track record, you will be required to contribute to the development of an evidence base for the context of health workforce and services in outback Queensland.

About the Centre for Rural and Remote Health
Centre for Rural and Remote Health (CRRH), James Cook University (JCU) is part of a national network of university departments of rural health headquartered in Mount Isa with nodes in Cloncurry, Longreach and Weipa.

Why JCU
Consistently voted in the top 2% of universities worldwide, JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth as well as diverse career opportunities. The Centre for Rural and Remote Health stands out for its work in building a health workforce in and for the region. JCU prides itself on being dedicated to teaching, learning and research that is not only of high quality, but also delivers practical benefits to the peoples and industries of the region.

• Generous salary plus 17% superannuation
• five weeks’ annual recreation leave
• flexible working arrangements
• attractive options for salary packaging
• Relocation assistance provide

If you are an established researcher looking to make a real difference to the people of outback Queensland and beyond, please apply today via: https://www.jcu.edu.au/jobs

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Reference Number: 16870

Closes October 21 2019

Research Officer

Key position to contribute to the development of a strategic remote health research project on health workforce safety in remote areas of Australia.

• Develop your research career in rural, remote and Indigenous Health
• Real opportunity to make a difference
• Amazing chance to do so while experiencing the outback regions of Queensland

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Research Officer to join a multi-disciplinary team on a fixed term appointment to 31 December 2021 at the Centre for Rural and Remote Health based in Mount Isa

What can you accomplish in the Role
Undertaking a research strategic project in collaboration with the research team and collaborative partners, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute the evidence base on health workforce safety in remote areas of Australia and make a real difference to the health of those living and working in rural and remote Australia

About you
With a demonstrated understanding of remote primary care, remote area nursing, workforce and health services in an Australian remote and Indigenous contexts, you will have had project or research experience relevant to opportunity and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative team. You will be supported to undertake a higher degree associated with this project.

About the Centre for Rural and Remote Health
Centre for Rural and Remote Health (CRRH), an organisational unit within James Cook University (JCU) is part of a national network of university departments of rural health with nodes in Mount Isa, Cloncurry, Longreach and Weipa.

Why JCU
Consistently voted in the top 2% of universities worldwide, JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth as well as diverse career opportunities. JCU prides itself on being dedicated to teaching, learning and research that is not only of high quality, but also delivers practical benefits to the peoples and industries of the region.

• Generous salary plus 17% superannuation scheme
• five weeks’ annual recreation leave
• flexible working arrangements
• attractive options for salary packaging
• Relocation assistance provide

If you are a remote health professional and or an emerging researcher looking to make a real difference, please apply today via: https://www.jcu.edu.au/jobs

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Reference Number: 16871

Closes October 21 2019

Senior Principal / Principal Research Fellow

Lead strategic research and research education that improves the health workforce, health services and the health of those living in rural and remote locations

• Be at the forefront of excellence in rural, remote and Indigenous Health
• Real opportunity to make a difference
• Amazing chance to experience the great Australian Outback

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Principal / Principal Research Fellow to join our multi-disciplinary team, initially on a fixed term appointment to 31 December 2022 in Mount Isa at the Centre for Rural and Remote Health.

What can you accomplish in the Role
As an integral part of our dynamic and progressive team, you will have the unique opportunity to lead the development of the evidence base for overcoming major challenges facing rural and remote health and health workforce and contribute to the centre’s primary goal to improve the health of rural and remote Queensland populations.

What will you bring to the Role
A depth of understanding of the context and challenges in rural and remote heath and a relevant research track record. Further developing our strong collaborative network across multiple sites in outback Queensland and beyond, you will lead strategic research and research education relevant to rural, remote and Indigenous health, health services and workforce that will improve the health and health services of those living in rural and remote locations

About the Centre for Rural and Remote Health
Centre for Rural and Remote Health (CRRH), James Cook University (JCU) is part of a national network of university departments of rural health in headquartered in Mount Isa, with nodes Cloncurry, Longreach and Weipa.

Why JCU
Consistently voted in the top 2% of universities worldwide, JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth as well as diverse career opportunities. JCU prides itself on being dedicated to teaching, learning and research that is not only of high quality, but also delivers practical benefits to the peoples and industries of the region.

• Generous salary $134,771 - $148,092
• 17% superannuation scheme
• five weeks’ annual recreation leave
• attractive options for salary packaging
• Relocation assistance provide

If you are an established researcher looking to make a real difference to the people of outback Queensland, please apply today via: https://www.jcu.edu.au/jobs

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Reference Number: 16849

Closes October 21 2019

Head of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Practice and Engagement

Deadline: 13/11/2019 9:00am

Tell me about the role…

Reporting to the Executive Director of headspace Services, the Head of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Practice and Engagement is an exceptional opportunity to provide high level leadership and feedback to the headspace network on national strategies, initiatives, partnerships and opportunities for collaboration to improve the mental health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.

Acting as the conduit between headspace and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, mental health and wellbeing sector, the role leads a small team of individuals who will operationalise the organisational strategy to improve the cultural safety and responsiveness of headspace programs and services.

In joint partnership with a range of internal and external stakeholders, the role plays a pivotal role in building and strengthening relationships and partnerships to improve cross sector engagement across national, state and regional levels.  Additionally, a prime focus of the role is to oversee the delivery of the headspace Reconciliation Action Plan and participate in strategic planning activities for headspace National in and around this program.

Who are we looking for?

To be successful in this role, you will have degree level qualifications in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Science, Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or Social Science or a related discipline.

A highly motivated and skilled professional, you bring to the role an extensive knowledge of the social and emotional wellbeing principles and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health and suicide prevention sector.  You are able to demonstrate a deep skillset in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander policy, programs and services, gained from previous experience in senior management positions. 

Strategically minded and with exceptional leadership skills, you have an innate ability to work both effectively and sensitively with a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds.  Your tenacity allows you to expertly navigate the landscape to problem solve and balance conflicting priorities, thereby proving your capability in assessing and managing risk.  You work collaboratively with others in challenging circumstances, to negotiate and achieve outcomes that benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. Naturally, you will have a passion for working with young people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

As an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, your cultural and social awareness will be central to this role.

Please note, headspace considers that being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s28 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

The finer details….

We offer a flexible and dynamic environment where you have the opportunity to truly make a difference to young Australians.

Ideally based in the Melbourne CBD, we offer a competitive salary, plus generous salary packaging benefits in addition to extra leave entitlements.

Application Process: Please click here, and click on the Apply Now link to upload your personal details, CV, cover letter and response to the key selection criteria. 

The headspace Reconciliation Action Plan has recently been implemented through a co-design process with employees across the organisation. We are committed to strengthening the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in everything that we do and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this role and all current vacancies.

For more information contact:

Name: Julia Smith
Email: JSmith@headspace.org.au

Advisor / Senior Advisor, Cultural Responsiveness and Reconciliation

Speech Pathology Australia is seeking to appoint an Advisor, Cultural Responsiveness and Reconciliation. The level of appointment will be dependent on experience. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is a requirement for this position.

This is an exciting new position which will further the Association’s objectives surrounding reconciliation and cultural responsiveness. The successful candidate will have Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage, with a strong interest and experience relevant to Reconciliation and the provision of culturally safe services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

The position is part time, up to 3 days per week, and is a fixed term, 24 month appointment. The successful applicant may be based at National Office in Melbourne or may work remotely. Travel to National Office will be required.

For further information regarding this position email ebp@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au.

To obtain a position description email office@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au

To apply for the position please forward a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a copy of your CV, including evidence of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage and the contact details of two referees to ebp@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au.

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2019

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

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