Country & Outback Health is a not-for-profit organisation focused on building healthier and happier communities. Delivering a diverse range of mental health, allied health, addiction support, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, NDIS services as well as support services for young people within our headspace centres.Join Us in Bringing Help to Healthier and Happier Communities!2 Roles Available• 0.5 FTE Ceduna• 0.5 FTE Port LincolnThe ProgramThe Palliative Care program provides culturally safe and responsive navigation services to the Aboriginal community to ensure access to appropriate palliative care support. We engage with individuals and their families to provide the best possible journey ensuring physical, emotional cultural and spiritual preferences are supported.The RoleThis role requires respect, empathy and cultural understanding in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and their families on their end-of-life journey.In this role you will:Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and families to access culturally safe palliative care servicesBuild trust and engage respectfully through in-person and virtual supportConnect clients with appropriate services and assist with culturally appropriate care planningAdvocate for clients and help them understand and navigate available supportsIdentify barriers to care and work collaboratively with health professionals to improve accessRaise awareness and normalise end-of-life conversations in community settingsStrengthen partnerships between Aboriginal health services and mainstream providersAssist with data collection, reporting, and program evaluationContribute to capacity building and cultural safety across servicesAbout YouWe’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, has strong communication and advocacy skills and a deep understanding of the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.You bring a strong commitment to confidentiality and culturally safe practice, along with an understanding of working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Experience in healthcare or community services is highly regarded.What’s on offer?A supportive working environment with a great work life balanceCompetitive salary package in recognition of your qualifications and experience $89,474.30 -$93,548.93 per year pro-rata.5 weeks annual leave (+17.5% loading)Cultural leaveAccess to full NFP salary packing benefits so you can reduce your taxable income and increase your take home payApplication form and job description available HEREClosing Date: Applications are shortlisted as they come in, so apply today!For a confidential discussion, please contact: Sally Di Paolo - Team Leader/AOD/ITC on 0423 460 080*** Employment with CObH is subject to a National Police Check (NPC), DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check. All applicants must have current working rights in Australia and a valid driving licence. ***To learn more about Country & Outback Health and our team please visit: cobh.com.auWe are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, people with lived experience and people with disabilities.
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