To provide a safe, care orientated environment which persons found intoxicated in public may sober up, therefore diverting them from police lock ups.
Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
ESSENTIAL:
- Ability to communicate with Indigenous people from different communities and interest groups
- Basic Computer knowledge
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a community-based organisation
- Ability to work out of hours and on a roster basis
- Cross cultural sensitivity and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal Communities and people
- Demonstrate a high commitment to Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing and customer service
- A high level of integrity and ethical practice
- Adaptable and flexible
- Energy and initiative
- Customer service, responsiveness and team focus
- Stress tolerance
- Professional manner
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Ability to assess and identify areas for improvement and development across the organisation
- Attention to detail
- Have a current WA ‘C’ class licence or the ability to obtain one
- Possess current Police Check or ability to obtain one
- Possess current working with children check or ability to obtain one
- Able to work night shift
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Aboriginal Health Practitioner
This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services. The primary function of this position is to provide high quality health care including assessment, examination, treatment and case management, along with contributing to the development of models of holistic health incorporating continuity of care.
About You:
ESSENTIAL:
- Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice;
- Current AHPRA registration as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people;
- A demonstrated understanding of the unique issues impacting upon the health of Aboriginal people;
- Experience, skills and knowledge in multidisciplinary teamwork and conflict management;
- Sound written, computer and communication skills;
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs;
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA);
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months);
- Current C Class Drivers Licence.
DESIRABLE:
- Experience in Community or Aboriginal Health;
- Hold a current Immunisation certificate;
- Phlebotomy competency and currency of practice;
- Knowledge and expertise in the use of Communicare or similar clinical database system;
- Ability to travel on Outreach up to 4 nights at a time, if required.
Conditions of Appointment:
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months)
- Current AHPRA registration.
Employee Benefits:
- 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
- Above Award remuneration rates;
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
- Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
- Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to a 95% attendance rate.
- Long Service Leave after 7 years;
- Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
- Leadership Development program;
- Versatile work environment;
- Extensive Career development opportunities;
- Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
- Regular staff appreciation functions;
- Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Aboriginal Health Practitioner / Health Practitioner – Mobile Clinic
This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.
Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week
Summary of the Position:
This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.
The primary function of this position is to provide high quality health care including assessment, examination, treatment and case management, along with contributing to the development of models of holistic health incorporating continuity of care.
This position requires travel to the Northern and Southern Goldfields areas on a regular basis, up to 3-4 days at a time.
Aboriginal Health Practitioner Educator
To coordinate and facilitate delivery of HLT40221 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice and other training products on the RTO scope in line with Nindila’s policies and procedures in a time efficient manner and in consultation with the Training Manager.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL:
- HLT40213 Certificate IV Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice.
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent.
- Current or able to obtain AHPRA registration.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate effective and appropriate training and education programs.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the role of Health Professionals and Aboriginal Health Practitioners (Workers).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs;
- Current Working with Children Check and Current Police Clearance (valid within 3 months)
DESIRABLE:
- Knowledge and experience in Phlebotomy and Pathology Collections.
- Knowledge of 2015 RTO Standards.
- Knowledge of Communicare.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
- WA “C” Class drivers’ licence.
- Demonstrated high-level word processing skills and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages.
- Ability to travel around the region as required.
Conditions of Appointment:
Provide Bega Garnbirringu Health Service with the following requirements prior to commencement of employment;
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months)
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate
Employment Type: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Employee Perks:
- 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
- Above Award remuneration rates;
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
- Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
- Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to a 95% attendance rate.
- Long Service Leave after 7 years;
- Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
- Leadership Development program;
- Flexible work workplace;
- Extensive Professional Development opportunities;
- Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
- Regular staff appreciation functions;
- Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program.
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Aboriginal Homeless & Fringe Dweller Support Service (AHFDSS) Worker
The purpose of this position is to provide immediate and rapid response to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander chronic rough sleepers. This position will form part of the Social Support Unit and overall Bega program area’s that provide assertive outreach, triage and support with the aim of successfully transitioning people to safe accommodation and housing linked together with long term Emotional Social Well Being and Clinical Health programs as needed.
Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL:
- A qualification in Community Services or a proven commitment to issues surrounding homelessness with experience working with vulnerable people;
- A thorough knowledge of and experience in homelessness;
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
- Sound skills in problem-solving and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
- Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
- Current Police Certificate (within 3 months) and Working with Children Check;
- Current WA “C” Class Drivers Licence; (manual required)
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours.
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Aged Care Connector
The ACC has the primary responsibility of connecting with local Elders, older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families to raise awareness of their aged care entitlements. The overarching function of the ACC is to ensure that support for clients is organised, sequenced and supported to enable effective access to appropriate aged care services both internal and external to the ACCHO. The ACC will work closely with the Aged Care Support Coordinator. They will also help determine the level of local demand for aged care services, identify existing aged care services, any service gaps in the area and continue advocacy work with clients as required.
ESSENTIAL:
- Excellent and strong relationships with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships in community.
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the aged care landscape.
- Ability to or willingness to learn how to enter data and reporting.
- Have the ability to cultivate professional working relationships with participants and their families;
- Have demonstrated skills to communicate culturally and appropriately with community members;
- Ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
- Work effectively as a member of a team;
- Ability to travel on outreach throughout the Goldfields region as required;
- Current Working with Children Check (vulnerable people) and National Police Clearance (within 3 months);
- Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence;
DESIRABLE:
- Community services experience and or relevant certificate, Aboriginal mental health first aid.
- Basic Computer Skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
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Client Transport Officer
The Client Transport Officer will be required to work transporting supplies, equipment and clients to and from BGHS Clinic, and or specialist clinics including emergency transfer and undertaking field work as required.
ESSENTIAL:
- Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and control workloads and resources to meet priorities, deadlines with minimal supervision;
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team;
- Ability to work outside normal office hours if required;
- Sensitivity and understand of issues affecting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and communities;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality;
- Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
- Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence and other licence required to carry out duties;
- Current Working with Children Check, Police Clearance (valid within 3 months) and First Aid Certificate
Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
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Clinical Lead
The Cultural and Clinical Lead reports to and is directly accountable to the Manager Social Support. The Cultural and Clinical Lead is responsible for providing Cultural and Clinical advice and supervision to the SEWB Team and direction in the delivery of the Social and Emotional WellBeing care to Bega clients.
KEY CLIENT AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS
External:
- Liaise and maintain working relationships with a variety of organisations and stakeholder representative groups as required.
- Develop and maintain good client relationships as required.
Internal:
- Maintains close working relationships with all BGHS employees.
- Maintains close working relationship and reports to Manager Social Support
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL:
- A tertiary qualification in Psychology (or related field), and eligibility for qualified registration with the relevant registering body in Australia;
- Proven ability to provide clinical leadership and supervision for mental health and SEWB workforce;
- Demonstrated experience in people management and empowering direct reports to develop their ability to achieve program deliverables and produce positive service outcomes for service users;
- Proven ability to improve organisational effectiveness and efficiency;
- High level communication and interpersonal skills;
- Flexibility to undertake regular regional travel;
- National Police Clearance (within 3 months);
- Current WA Working with Children Check;
- Current WA “C” class driver’s license or equivalent;
- Demonstrate a high commitment to Aboriginal Social and Emotional WellBeing and customer service;
- Knowledge of Social and Emotional WellBeing issues impacting on Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people.
- AHPRA registration
DESIRABLE:
- Understanding the mental health service system in Australia, and current drivers behind health care reform with State and Federal governments;
- Proven ability and experience in leading continuous quality improvement processes - including working with internal and external parties to bring about improvements in practice standards and service impacts;
- Proven skills in the management of stakeholder relationships, including with government, non-government and community partners;
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Community Liaison Officer (suicide prevention)
The Community Liaison Officer facilitate the delivery of suicide prevention education and interventions and to coordinate postvention efforts including providing support to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, families, and communities throughout the Goldfields Region. The Community Liaison Officer will support the implementation of the Goldfields Region Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander suicide prevention plan. This position does not have any direct service functions to individuals.Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential:
- Hold qualification in community service, social work or relevant human services/mental health area and/or nationally accredited training in suicide prevention.
- Ability to facilitate the delivery of suicide prevention education and training.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to consult, coordinate and liaise with a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully engaging with all people in a culturally competent manner.
- Ability to travel regularly throughout Goldfields Region.
- An understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people and knowledge of suicide prevention strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities, Bega employees and liaise effectively with key stakeholders.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy.
- Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
- Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
- Current CPR certificate.
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Counsellor
The Counsellor reports to and is directly accountable to the SEWB Cultural & Clinical Lead and is responsible for providing support in the delivery of Social and Emotional Wellbeing care to clients.
The Counsellor forms part of the SEWB Multi-Disciplinary team and works collaboratively with the team and other programs areas.
The Counsellor role will provide SEWB support services to assist our clients who are dealing with a wide range of issues including grief and loss grief, depression, domestic and family violence, family and/or relationship matters and any other issues which impact on social and emotional wellbeing.
The Counsellor will ensure the delivery of culturally appropriate social and emotional health support to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities of the Goldfields.
Outreach travel will be required for this position.
Essential:
Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling/Mental Health, or Psychology and/or appropriate professional registration in Western Australia.
Minimum 3 years’ experience working in mental health and/or drugs and alcohol) settings.
Demonstrated knowledge of current issues, standards, and trends in the delivery of mental health and SEWB services to Aboriginal people.
Effective organisational and time management skills, the capacity to successfully manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines.
Highly developed Interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, policy development and data collection.
Demonstrated assessment, case management and treatment skills.
High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders.
Ability to travel and stay overnight/s as required.
Current C Class Drivers Licence.
Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
Current CPR certificate.
Desirable:
Membership with the Australian Counselling Association or equivalent.
Proficient computer knowledge and skills;
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General Practitioner
This position is a highly varied role that will see you working as part of a multi-disciplinary clinic team to deliver a comprehensive, holistic, culturally appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the Goldfields Region.
Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week
Summary of the Position:
This position is a highly varied role that will see you working as part of a multi-disciplinary clinic team to deliver a comprehensive, holistic, culturally appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the Goldfields Region.
Actively participates as a member of the Bega clinic team to ensure the delivery of quality comprehensive primary, emergency and related health services and programs to Bega’s clients;
Ensure Bega and clients benefit from all Medicare approved service opportunities, including the active pursuit of and participation in initiatives such as the GPMP/TCA, Adult Health Checks, Child Health Checks, GP Management Plans and Team Care Plans based on the levels of training, and as per national KPI standards as may be operative from time to time;
To be considered for this position, you must have:
- Relevant qualification and registration with AHPRA as a Medical Practitioner
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of comprehensive primary health care and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services
- Primary health care experience with advanced clinical skills and competencies needed to work effectively within an Aboriginal primary health care setting
- Understanding of the issues affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people including social determinants of health
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with people from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds
- Demonstrated understanding of applicable accreditation standards including RACGP
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy
- Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities
Health Practitioner
This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services. The primary function of this position is to provide high quality health care including assessment, examination, treatment and case management, along with contributing to the development of models of holistic health incorporating continuity of care.
- Relevant qualification in Nursing;
- Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people;
- A demonstrated understanding of the unique issues impacting upon the health of Aboriginal people;
- Experience, skills and knowledge in multidisciplinary teamwork and conflict management;
- Sound written, computer and communication skills;
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs;
- Current C Class Drivers Licence
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
- Current AHPRA registration
DESIRABLE:
- Experience in Community or Aboriginal Health;
- Hold a current Immunisation certificate;
- Phlebotomy competency and currency of practice;
- Knowledge and expertise in the use of Communicare or similar clinical database system;
- Ability to travel on Outreach up to 4 nights at a time, if required.
Employee Benefits:
- 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
- Above Award remuneration rates;
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
- Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
- Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to a 95% attendance rate.
- Long Service Leave after 7 years;
- Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
- Leadership Development program;
- Flexible work environment;
- Extensive Career development opportunities;
- Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
- Regular staff appreciation functions;
- Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Health Programs Coordinator
The Health Programs Coordinator will provide health program coordination services to Bega Garnbirringu Health Services including but not limited to implementing, maintaining, and reporting on a range of health programs for the Social Support Unit to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and funding body contractual obligations.
KEY CLIENT AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS
External:
- Liaise and maintain working relationships with a variety of organisations and stakeholder representative groups as required.
- Develop and maintain good client relationships as required.
Internal:
- Build and maintains close working relationships with Social Support Unit staff and maintains close working relationships with all BGHS employees.
- Provides guidance, mentoring and coaching to all social support unit staff as required by Manager;
- Provides Manager with regular reporting on Health Programs.
ESSENTIAL:
- Possess tertiary qualification in community services or health-related discipline and/or experience in a senior position responsible for the coordination, implementation, change management and evaluation of complex service delivery systems;
- Excellent communication and organisational skills;
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of Social Support unit programs;
- Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and control workloads and resources to meet priorities, deadlines with minimal supervision
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, including demonstrated liaison and negotiation skills
- Well-developed computer skills including the use of all Microsoft Office Suite
- High level of report writing skills;
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a community-based organisation;
- Demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal Community, Bega employees and liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- Current Police Certificate (within 3 months) and current Working with Children Check;
- Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence.
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Health Promotions Officer
This position engages and supports stakeholders to develop and implement strategies to prevent Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and associated developmental delay spectrum listed below as FASD. This position aims to improve support available for children with FASD and their families. This position conducts baseline audits on health promotion across all Bega programs to support development of health promotion strategies aimed at improving health to the ATSI community of the Goldfields.
ESSENTIAL:
- Sound knowledge of the National Policy Framework and Tools for health promotion and disease prevention related to FASD delivery to ATSI communities
- Sound understanding of health promotion principles and social determinants of health in an Aboriginal Public Health setting
- Sound knowledge of a public health approach to the delivery of health promotion activities including use of principles of primary health care, community development
- Experience in researching, collecting, analysing and interpreting information, evaluating options and formulating recommendations in a timely manner
- Experience in implementing and using monitoring and evaluation tools
- Demonstrated communication and engagement skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy
- Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met
- Current WA Drivers Licence, Working with Children Check, Police Clearance (valid within 3 months)
- Ability to travel on outreach up to four (4) nights at a time as required.
DESIRABLE:
- Graduate Certificate in Diagnosis and Assessment of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
- Tertiary qualification in Public Health, Health Promotion, Health Sciences, Project Management and/or similar experience
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Maintenance Officer
The Maintenance Officer reports to the Chief Finance Officer and is responsible for a variety of tasks related to maintaining and improving company facilities and equipment. You will assist in the day-to-day maintenance of all Bega premises and grounds and other related residences where applicable, maintain fleet vehicles, minor carpentry, plumbing, gardening, test and tagging of all electrical equipment, driving instruction of staff going for their Medium - Heavy Rigid (M-HR) licence, and other duties as directed by the Chief Finance Officer.
Essential:
- Experience in repairs and maintenance
- Ability to work quickly and methodically and to be able to help internal and external customers in a friendly and efficient manner.
- A current driver’s licence is essential.
- An ability to work unsupervised and within a team.
- Ability to travel and stay overnight/s and ability to work outside normal business hours
- Knowledge and experience in computer use including the use of MS Word and other related programs.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to compile reports.
- Knowledge of the safe use of power tools.
- Ability to communicate well with Indigenous people from different communities and interest groups.
- Cross cultural sensitivity and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal Communities and people.
- Demonstrate a high commitment to Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing and customer service.
- A high level of integrity and ethical practice
- Customer service, responsiveness, and team focus
- Ability to assess and identify areas for improvement and development across the organisation.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Manager SEWB
This position will be responsible for managing the operations of the SEWB Services and Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) team. This includes managing the activities, budgets, and deliverables for the various funding contracts under which this team operates. The role will provide Mental Health and SEWB clinical leadership and support clinical governance and risk management processes. The role will also be required to implement and manage quality improvement change projects required to ensure the teams deliver against the KPIs of the funding contracts.
Essential:
- Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (50D) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
- Ability to provide leadership and supervision for mental health and SEWB workforce.
- At least 3+ years’ relevant experience in management roles in a service industry preferably Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Community Services or Adult Education related.
- Demonstrated experience in people management and empowering direct reports to develop their ability to achieve program deliverables and produce positive service outcomes for service users.
- High level communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility to undertake regional travel.
- Demonstrate a high commitment to Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing and customer service.
- Knowledge of Social and Emotional Wellbeing issues impacting on Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
- Current CPR certificate
Desirable:
- Understanding the mental health service system in Australia, and current drivers behind health care reform with State and Federal governments.
- Proven ability and experience in leading continuous quality improvement processes - including working with internal and external parties to bring about improvements in practice standards and service impacts.
- Proven skills in the management of stakeholder relationships, including with government, non-government and community partners.
- A tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Aboriginal Health, Mental Health, Health Service Management, Adult Education, Community Services (or related field), and eligibility for professional registration with the relevant registering body in Australia.
- Ability to provide clinical leadership for mental health and SEWB workforce.
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Midwife & Diabetes Educator
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Midwife: This position will provide comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) women of the Goldfields region. A key component of the role is to work in partnership with other maternity providers to ensure women receive timely and culturally appropriate care with the aim of closing the gap in maternal health outcomes. Diabetes Educator: Plan, deliver and evaluate diabetes-specific clinical services and community education activities to the ATSI community of the Goldfields region. Outreach travel is a component of this position.
ESSENTIAL:
- Bachelor of Nursing and/or Midwifery qualifications;
- Postgraduate qualification in Diabetes Education;
- High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- An understanding of the principles of Primary Health Care and the issues affecting ATSI women and families in the perinatal period;
- Demonstrated clinical experience in Diabetes Education;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
- Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
- Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
- Ability to undertake travel throughout the Goldfields, including overnight stays (of up to 3 nights in duration) as required;
- WA “C” Class drivers’ licence;
- DESIRABLE:
- Demonstrated experience providing community based antenatal and postnatal care in collaboration with other health providers and within the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council National Competency standards for a Midwife;
- Current Immunisation provider certificate;
- Experience using Communicare or similar electronic patient information and recall systems to document patient care and generate reports.
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Midwife-Maternal Health
This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.
Midwife -
This position will provide comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) women of the Goldfields region. A key component of the role is to work in partnership with other maternity providers to ensure women receive timely and culturally appropriate care with the aim of closing the gap in maternal health outcomes.
This position will also provide culturally appropriate specialist child health services to ATSI children and their families of the Goldfields Region through conducting scheduled child health screening, enhanced child health screening (ECHS), implementation of child immunisation programs and delivery of scheduled childhood immunisations.
Employee Benefits:
- 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
- Above Award remuneration rates;
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
- Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
- Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to a 95% attendance rate.
- Long Service Leave after 7 years;
- Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
- Leadership Development program;
- Flexible work environment;
- Extensive Professional Development opportunities;
- Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
- Regular staff appreciation functions;
- Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL:
- Bachelor of Nursing and/or Midwifery qualifications;
- High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- An understanding of the principles of Primary Health Care and the issues affecting ATSI women and families in the perinatal period;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
- Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
- Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
- Ability to undertake travel throughout the Goldfields, including overnight stays (of up to 3 nights in duration) as required;
- WA “C” Class drivers’ licence.
DESIRABLE:
- Demonstrated experience providing community based antenatal and postnatal care in collaboration with other health providers and within the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council National Competency standards for a Midwife;
- Current Immunisation provider certificate;
- Experience using Communicare or similar electronic patient information and recall systems to document patient care and generate reports
- WA “C” Class drivers’ licence.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months)
- Current AHPRA registration
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate.
Nurse/Sexual Health Practitioner
Under the direction of the Assistant Manager Primary Health, the Sexual Health Practitioner is responsible for increasing the testing of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Blood Borne Viruses (BBCs) to the at-risk group across the Goldfields region.
ESSENTIAL:
•A qualification in Bachelor of Nursing – minimum of two years’ experience in a Primary Health or similar setting;
•Current AHPRA registration;
•Completed the Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse Authorisation Course, or willingness to obtain;
•High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
•Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health;
•Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
•Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
•Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
•Working with Children’s check or the ability to obtain.
- Current AHPRA registration
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate.
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months)
Employee Benefits:
- 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
- Above Award remuneration rates;
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
- Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
- Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to attendance KPI.
- Long Service Leave after 7 years;
- Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
- Leadership Development program;
- Flexible work environment;
- Extensive Professional Development opportunities;
- Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
- Regular staff appreciation functions;
- Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Orange Sky Service worker -Male
The purpose of the Service Supervisor role is to engage with people in need across the community to provide laundry facilities and connection spaces in collaboration with BGHS, Orange Sky and external stakeholders as required.
Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
- QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
- A qualification and experience in Community Service, Aboriginal Health Work, Social Work or equivalent.
- Proven ability to build rapport, communicate and develop respectful and qualified relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Experience working with Aboriginal people and communities.
- Demonstrate willingness and ability to engage in clear verbal conversations of a positive and nonjudgmental nature with people experiencing homelessness.
- Have the physical ability to operate equipment including the washing machines, dryers, generator/power, hoses/tanks and clean showers.
- Be able to comprehend and adhere to all safety and operational procedures.
- Demonstrate a commitment to Bega Garnbirringu Health Services to positively connect with Aboriginal communities.
- Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team, as well as independently when required.
- Ability to use initiative and creativity to achieve service outcomes.
- Ability to undertake regular travel and overnight/s stay.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
- Current CPR certificate.
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People and Culture Manager
This position provides a proactive and professional Human Resource and Industrial Relations service to Bega and their staff by ensuring compliance with relevant Acts, Legislation and Awards; responsible for the development and implementation of Human Resource initiatives including, not limited to, recruitment, workforce planning, organisational development, workplace culture, Industrial Relations, and a strategic focus on enhancing Bega’s reputation as an Employer of Choice.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
- Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in human resources and industrial relations / Business Management
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans to support Bega’s organisational objectives with regard to People and Culture.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Extensive experience in delivering effective employee engagement, leadership development and reward initiatives.
- Extensive experience in fostering a positive and supportive workplace that is free from unhealthy behaviours.
- Change management experience and flexibility to adapt to a changing work environment.
- Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal Community and liaise effectively with key stakeholders.
- Highly organised with the ability to effectively prioritise work tasks.
- Demonstrated capacity to effectively communicate, promote and uphold HR initiatives and values, including discretion and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in contributing to a small team, including the capacity to review and improve workplace practices.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including negotiating and consolation skills and the ability to proactively establish and sustain effective stakeholder relationships.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and the issues affecting them, and the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.
- Demonstrated experience in managing the full cycle of Workers Compensation claims including return to work processes.
- An ability to interact proactively with management and staff at all levels of the organisation in the resolution of HR issues.
- A current membership with Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI).
- Experience in working for an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service or Not-For-Profit organisation, inclusive of funding and contractual obligations.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of continuous quality improvement principles with experience in the practical application of these principles in evaluating organisational and staff needs.
Conditions of Appointment:
Provide Bega Garnbirringu Health Service with the following requirements prior to commencement of employment;
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months)
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Remote Community Connector (NDIS)
It is the role of the Community Connector to inform, educate and assist indigenous people when signing up and accessing the NDIS. This position aims to ensure the pathway process through to the National Disability Insurance Scheme is as transitional as possible. Remote Community Connectors are required to maintain connections and communication between the participants, their services, providers, and the NDIS to ensure their needs are met.
ESSENTIAL:
- Aboriginality is essential under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act of 1984;
- Have the ability to cultivate professional working relationships with participants and their families;
- Have demonstrated skills to communicate culturally and appropriately with community members;
- Ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
- Sound problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
- Work effectively as a member of a team;
- Ability to travel on outreach throughout the Goldfields region as required;
- Be able to satisfactorily gain NDIS Screening
- Current Working with Children Check (vulnerable people) and National Police Clearance (within 3 months);
- Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence;
DESIRABLE:
- Understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS);
- Basic Computer Skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
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SEWB Outreach worker (50D)
The SEWB Outreach Worker will be responsible for providing support to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and communities to strengthen their Social and Emotional Wellbeing by connecting them to health care services, specialist services and culturally appropriate programs and activities. This position will support and run activities which promote education, prevention and early intervention for ATSI people with social and emotional wellbeing issues consistent with the SEWB Model of Service.
Essential:
- A qualification and experience in Community Service, Aboriginal Health Work, Social Work or equivalent.
- Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
- Proven ability to build rapport, communicate and develop respectful and skilled relationships with ATSI people.
- Experience working with Aboriginal people in the area of social and emotional wellbeing.
- Ability to plan and present promotional events which support the SEWB of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Ability to develop and deliver SEWB activities and programs for ATSI people.
- Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team, as well as independently when required.
- Ability to use initiative and creativity to achieve service outcomes.
- Strong ability to build strategic partnerships.
- Ability to undertake regular travel and overnight/s stay.
- Computer literacy, proficiency in Microsoft suit.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA).
- National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance - valid within 3 months).
- Current CPR certificate.
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Suicide Prevention- After Care Service Worker
The Culture Care Connect Aftercare Services Worker is responsible for providing assertive and timely follow-up care for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people referred to this service following a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis, in line with the co-designed aftercare model of care.
The person in this role will be resourced with strong training and ongoing support mechanisms including clinical and cultural supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL:
- Possess Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health and or, Certificate IV in Mental Health, Certificate IV Community Services or equivalent training and or experience.
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite.
- Awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history, knowledge of current issues affecting the lives of Aboriginal people.
- Demonstrated experience in office administration tasks.
- Current police check and WWC check.
- The ability to work outside normal office hours.
- The ability to travel and stay overnight/s.
- Current Class C driver’s licence.
DESIRABLE
- Trained Aboriginal Health Worker
- Is of Aboriginal descent, identified and accepted by their local Aboriginal community.
Youth Worker
To provide an ethical, holistic, accountable and culturally appropriate youth support service by delivering practical and emotional support programs and assist young people to develop skills and make positive changes in their lives.
To be successful, you will have the following:
- Tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in Youth Work;
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health;
- Current knowledge and ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate individual and group programs;
- Demonstrated efficient and effective time and caseload management skills;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently or as a member of a multi-disciplinary team;
- High developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to relate well to others and demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal Community, Bega employees and liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
- Current Police Certificate (within 3 months) and Working with Children’s Check.
- WA “C” Class drivers’ licence
- Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
- Ability to travel and stay overnight/s
Employee Benefits:
- 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
- Above Award remuneration rates;
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
- Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
- Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to a 95% attendance rate.
- Long Service Leave after 7 years;
- Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
- Leadership Development program;
- Flexible work environment;
- Extensive Professional Development opportunities;
- Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
- Regular staff appreciation functions;
- Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program.
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