Aboriginal Health in Aboriginal HandsDelivering culturally appropriate midwifery support services with the Northern Territory’s largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health OrganisationBase Salary: $76,147 - $84,727 (p.a.)Full-Time, Maximum term ContractFemale Aboriginal Identified PositionWhy Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?Congress has expanded to become the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory and is one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary health care services in the country.Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic, and culturally appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal people living in and near Alice Springs, including eight remote communities. It is a strong political advocate for closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.Benefits of Working with Central Australian Aboriginal CongressCompetitive salariesSix (6) weeks' annual leaveGenerous salary packagingA strong commitment to professional developmentAccess to Congress health services for you and your family at no costAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced female Aboriginal Maternal Support Worker (AMSW) to join our Alukura Women's Health team.This position involves working in partnership with midwives to support maternity client engagement and improve maternal and infant outcomes by providing social, emotional, and cultural support to women during pregnancy and up to six weeks postpartum.The AMSW partners with a midwife to assist with social aspects of client case management and service engagement across the continuum of maternity care. Responsibilities include maintaining ongoing client contact, confirming follow-up arrangements, assisting with transportation, supporting linkage to social services, and advocating for cultural needs.Further InformationFor more details about the position, please contact Alukura Manager, Tahnia Edwards, at 0427 968 540.Applications will close once a suitable candidate is found.
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