Aboriginal Clinical Health Practitioner/Aboriginal Health Worker

Job Description

Aboriginal Clinical Health Practitioner/Aboriginal Health Worker Job no: 892801Work type: Full timeLocation: Adelaide Metro SouthernCategories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Aboriginal Health Women's and Children's Health Network, Health and Recovery, Trauma Safety Services (HaRTSS), Metropolitan Youth Health (MYH) – Christies Beach 5165 Salary - Classification - ASO5 - Administrative Services Officer L5 - $85,790.00 to $95,413.00 Employment - Fulltime, Ongoing A requirement of this role is that the applicant is Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to an exemption under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA). About the Opportunity An exciting opportunity exists within Metropolitan Youth Health at Christies Beach for an Aboriginal Clinical Health Practitioner / Aboriginal Health Worker (ASO5) to join us, working full-time, ongoing. The Aboriginal Clinical Health Practitioner / Aboriginal Health Worker – Plans and delivers a high standard of specialised clinical health care services to Aboriginal young people and their families, within a youth health and multi-disciplinary context in primary care settings, including assertive outreach to respond to local community needs and addressing social and emotional wellbeing for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people. Works alongside a multi-disciplinary team to support and provide guidance to team members regarding culturally appropriate interventions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers. Contributes to the development of partnerships and collaborative initiatives within community groups, health professionals, and organisations in the local area. What WCHN Can Offer You Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills, and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year. Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia). Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities. Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program. About Us The Women's and Children's Health Network provides state-of-the-art health care for women and children in Adelaide and South Australia. We are the state’s leading provider of specialist care for children with acute and chronic conditions and SA’s largest maternity and obstetric service. We also provide important community-based services of which Metropolitan Youth Health is an integral part. Metropolitan Youth Health provides free clinical health services (primarily for physical health issues) to young people aged 12-25, focusing on those under 18 years, in the Adelaide metropolitan-wide community. Special Conditions: To find out more about this role, including key selection criteria, all special conditions and minimum requirements, please click on the attached role description. Application Instructions You will be required to attach a 1-2 page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria of the role and a current résumé/curriculum vitae prior to clicking 'Submit Application'. It is recommended to allow enough time to complete the whole application as the system times out after one hour of inactivity. Enquiries Anna MorrisTeam Leader(08) 8326 6053 / 0421 098 716 Application Closing Date: Thursday 20th February 2025 - 11:55pm #J-18808-Ljbffr