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1. AHMRC NSW CEO Chief Executive Officer
2.NACCHO CEO Chief Executive Officer
3 -11 http://www.iuih.org.au/Jobs/IUIH-Vacancies
12.Two scholarships to the Harvard Business School’s Authentic Leadership Development
13. Sunrise Health NT Mental Health Registered Nurse
14.Sunrise Health Program Coordinator (PHaMs)
15 -17.Danila Dilba Health Service Darwin
18.Urapuntja Community NT : Psychologist
19. Ceduna Koonibba Aboriginal Health Service – GP
20.Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service (2 GP’s)
21 . Congress Alice Springs :Remote Area Nurses/Aboriginal Health Practitioners
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1. AHMRC NSW CEO Chief Executive Officer
2.NACCHO CEO Chief Executive Officer
NACCHO and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services have 45 years of cultural experience, knowledge and capability in delivering comprehensive primary health care. NACCHO works with governments, private providers, hospitals and specialists to increase access, provide affordable quality care, and close the gap on health outcomes for Aboriginal people.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Indigenous CEO who will bring strong leadership experience and highly developed strategic skills to lead the organisation and members through the next chapter of change in the sector. An innovative and influential leader will make the most of these opportunities for the sector.
The role includes the following responsibilities:
- Provide strategic direction and vision for the future
- Be an influencer, advocate and voice of the sector
- Foster a collaborative culture with the team and membership base
- Develop good working relationships with Federal and State Governments and relevant bodies in the sector
- Build effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Ensure governance compliance and financial sustainability
- Liaise effectively and collaboratively with Board members
What we are looking for
To be successful in the role you will be an Indigenous person and bring the following skills and experience with you:
A strong understanding of government, health policy and of the importance of community controlled comprehensive primary health care for Aboriginal people
Demonstrated experience at a senior level acquired within a NFP or similar organisation
Extensive demonstrated experience in policy development and implementation
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills and outstanding stakeholder management
Demonstrated media experience
Applying for the role
You should submit to jobapplications@naccho.org.au by Sunday 14 May 2017 a two-page pitch that highlights your key abilities as they relate to this position. Your resume should be a maximum of 3 pages.
3.IUIH Nurse Supervisor – Australian Nurse Family Partnership
Applications close 9am on Friday 12 May 2017
The position of Nurse Supervisor contributes by leading, modelling, coordinating and working with a team of up to 8 nurse home visitors and 3 Indigenous Family Partnership Workers. The position will be based on Brisbane South Side and the team will provide support to women who live within the catchment areas of Metro South Health and Hospital Service including the three maternity hospitals (Mater Mothers, Redlands and Logan).
Enquiries about the role can be addressed to Sue Kruske at sue.kruske@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted via SEEK.
4.IUIH Nurse Home Visitor – Australian Nurse Family Partnership
Applications close 9am on Friday 12 May 2017
The ANFPP offers Nurse Home Visitors (NHV) a high level of autonomy, flexibility and personal satisfaction. It relies on a long term relationship with a woman that builds on her skills, confidence and hope, and values her ability to determine her own future.
The position is based on the Brisbane South Side and the team will provide support to women who live within the catchment areas of the Metro South Health and Hospital Service which includes the three maternity hospitals (Mater Mothers, Redlands and Logan).
Enquiries about the role can be addressed to Sue Kruske at sue.kruske@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted via SEEK.
5.IUIH Family Partnership Worker – Australian Nurse Family Partnership
Applications close 9am on Friday 12 May 2017
The Family Partnership Worker contributes to the cultural acceptance of the program within the community and the maintenance of culturally safe visits to participating mothers and their families. The positions support the ANFPP team on a broad range of cultural issues and liaises with clients, family and community members.
The successful applicant will identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, have strong links with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community on the Brisbane South Side and have the ability to integrate women and families into primary care services.
Enquiries about the role can be addressed to Sue Kruske at sue.kruske@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted via SEEK.
6.IUIH Senior Legal Officer
Applications close 9am on Thursday 18 May 2017
The role of Senior Legal Officer will include:
1. Overseeing the establishment of the IUIH Legal Service with core components including:
2. Direct legal services – advice and casework
3. Information and referral service
4. Legal education and development – organisation and community
This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team working from Bowen Hills and across the Moreton Bay region as required.
Enquiries about the position can be directed to hr@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the PD) are to be submitted via SEEK to be considered.
7.IUIH Indigenous Outreach Worker (CTG)
Applications close 9am on Thursday 18 May 2017
Based at the Salisbury office, the Indigenous Outreach Worker will support improved access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to available health care services in the Metro Brisbane South region. This includes effective liaison with local Indigenous communities, identification of barriers to access, implementation of practical solutions and provision of assistance to identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to manage primary health care related needs.
Enquiries about the position can be directed to Helen Quelch by email at helen.quelch@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted via SEEK to be considered.
8.IUIH Psychologist – Child focus
Applications close 9am on Friday 19 May 2017
Working from MATSICHS Caboolture you will provide, in accordance with the Institute Model of Care, culturally appropriate clinical care and supportive health services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community as a member of a multi-disciplinary primary health care team, ensuring effective assessment, service delivery and referral practices are delivered in accordance with best psychology practice.
Enquiries about the position can be directed to Jess O’Reilly by email at Jessica.OReilly@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted to hr@iuih.org.au
9.IUIH Project Officer (CTG) – Brisbane North
Applications close 9am on Friday 19 May 2017
The Project Officer will provide support to mainstream general practice to improve access to private general practice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. This will include working directly with a defined number of approved mainstream general practices in the familiarisation of CTG initiatives designed to support these general practices in the provision of appropriate and timely care for Indigenous people in their region, especially those at risk of or who already have a chronic disease.
This is a great opportunity to join a committed multi-disciplinary team working across the Moreton Bay region and other IUIH premises as required.
Enquiries about the position can be directed to Helen Quelch by email at helen.quelch@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted via SEEK to be considered.
10.IUIH Project Officer (CTG) – Brisbane South
Applications close 9am on Friday 19 May 2017
The Project Officer will provide support to mainstream general practice to improve access to private general practice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. This will include working directly with a defined number of approved mainstream general practices in the familiarisation of CTG initiatives designed to support these general practices in the provision of appropriate and timely care for Indigenous people in their region, especially those at risk of or who already have a chronic disease.
This is a great opportunity to join a committed multi-disciplinary team working from Salisbury and other IUIH premises as required.
Enquiries about the position can be directed to Helen Quelch by email at helen.quelch@iuih.org.au
Applications (resume and brief covering letter addressing the key requirements in the EOI) are to be submitted via SEEK to be considered.
11. IUIH General Practitioner
We are seeking a General Practitioner to provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and families as part of a multi-disciplinary team of medical and health staff, within the operational framework of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled health service.
The position is located at Strathpine clinic although the position may be required to work at other locations within the Moreton region from time to time, including Caboolture, Morayfield and Deception Bay.
Enquiries about the position can be directed to Layla Scott by email at layla.scott@iuih.org.au
Applications can be addressed to hr@iuih.org.au
12.Two scholarships to the Harvard Business School’s Authentic Leadership Development
Chief Executive Women (CEW) is pleased to offer two scholarships to the Harvard Business School’s Authentic Leadership Development program, funded by the Australian Government.
Applications are now open to women in senior roles in service to the public, with particular emphasis on those in non-traditional fields.
If you, or a woman you know have what it takes to be a CEW scholar, apply before the deadline, Monday 15 May, 2017.
For more details, visit the CEW Scholarship page.
A second round of scholarships will be offered specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. These scholarships on Leading for Results will held in late November in Singapore. Further information will be available later in the year.
The Office for Women administers the Women’s Leadership and Development Strategy (WLDS). The WLDS provides funding and support to organisations aimed at improving gender equality and support for women’s economic empowerment and opportunity, safety and leadership.
Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation’s (SHS) main purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people in the region east of Katherine in the Northern Territory using a holistic approach that includes a high standard of medical care, the promotion of social justice and the overcoming of the sickness that affects so many people in the region. This is done through the organisation’s health clinics and health education, mixing together traditional Indigenous culture and the best of mainstream medicine.
Sunrise provides a fulfilling and stimulating work environment in a diverse range of areas for those seeking a career in Indigenous Health.
About the Opportunity
Sunrise Health Service has an extremely rewarding opportunity for a Mental Health Registered Nurse to join their dedicated, multidisciplinary team in the Katherine region, on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Population Health Program Manager, you will beresponsible for providing expert support to clients requiring mental health care, their families, and the remote based staff providing care.
To be considered, you must be a Registered Nurse with experience in Mental Health and have demonstrated knowledge and skills managing Mental Health conditions.
Although the SHS office is located in Katherine, you will need to live and work in remote communities during the week. SHS provides accommodation for employees living and working in these communities.
Candidates with previous experience in Communicare will be highly regarded.
As this role will see you living and working in remote communities and such you will need a current driver’s license, 4WD drive experience, and the willingness to travel on light aircraft.
Please note: The successful candidates must be willing to undergo a Police Check and a Working With Children Check.
About the Benefits
Your dedication will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $97,151 – $104,375.
This package includes:
- 6 weeks leave per year;
- Up to 10 days study leave;
- Salary packaging options;
- Full support from the health team; and
- Relocation assistance
Please Note: to apply, you will be required to upload a current resume as well as respond to the questions below.
Don’t miss this opportunity to direct a dedicated team in producing improved mental health outcomes for the community –
14.Sunrise Health Program Coordinator (PHaMs)
Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation’s (SHS) main purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people in the region east of Katherine in the Northern Territory using a holistic approach that includes a high standard of medical care, the promotion of social justice and the overcoming of the sickness that affects so many people in the region. This is done through the organisation’s health clinics and health education, mixing together traditional Indigenous culture and the best of mainstream medicine.
About the Program
The Personal Helpers and Mentors (PHaMs) service aims to provide increased opportunities for recovery for people whose lives are severely affected by mental illness. This Program takes a strengths-based recovery approach and assists people aged 16 years and over whose ability to manage their daily activities and to live independently in the community is impacted because of severe mental illness.
About the Opportunity
Sunrise Health Service has an extremely rewarding opportunity for a Program Coordinator (PHaMs) to join their dedicated, multidisciplinary team in Katherine, on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Population Health Program Manager, you will beresponsible for leading, managing, and coordinating of the Personal Helpers and Mentors Program (PHaMs). This program assists by providing a range of skill development and support programs and is non-clinical in its focus.
To be considered, you must hold a tertiary qualification in a relevant Mental Health discipline with a demonstrated ability to engage and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in non-clinical Mental Health or related programs. You will also have previous experience in Communicare.
This role will see you living and working in the remote Ngukurr Community and, as such, you will need a current driver’s license, 4WD drive experience, and the willingness to travel on light aircraft.
Please note: The successful candidates must be willing to undergo a Police Check and a Working With Children Check.
About the Benefits
Your dedication will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $59,085 – $94,110.
This package includes:
- 6 weeks leave per year;
- Up to 10 days study leave;
- Salary packaging options;
- Full support from the health team; and
- Relocation assistance
Don’t miss this opportunity to direct a dedicated team in producing improved mental health outcomes for the community –
15 -17 Danila Dilba Health Service
Danila Dilba Health Service is going through a dynamic period of expansion, growth and review and currently has the following vacancy
We offer:
- Attractive salary with salary packaging benefits
- Six weeks annual leave
- Flexible hours
- Training and development
| 15 .COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER
*$66,322 2 Positions – Full Time – Fixed Term These positions will work in partnership with Primary Health Care Teams to support individuals and families to build resilience using an approach that builds on community and cultural strengths. |
| 16.SOCIAL WORKER
*$101,200 1 Position – Full Time – Fixed Term This position is responsible for providing high quality mental health, AOD and social and emotional wellbeing services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. |
| 17.CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
*$107,666 1 Position – Full Time – Fixed Term This position is responsible for the provision of high quality mental health and social and emotional wellbeing services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These services may include clinical evidence based counselling, brief psychological interventions, case management, trauma informed practice and coordination of care/aftercare. |
| Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people encouraged to apply. |
| Danila Dilba Health Service is an Aboriginal community controlled organisation that provides comprehensive, high-quality primary health care and community services to Biluru (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) people in Yilli Rreung (greater Darwin) region. |
| Details: www.daniladilba.org.au |
18.Urapuntja Community NT : Psychologist
URAPUNTJA HEALTH SERVICE ABORIGINAL CORPORATION
POSITION DESCRIPTION – PYSCHOLOGIST
Title Psychologist
Responsible To Clinic Manager
Location Amengernternenh Community, Utopia and Ampilatwatja Community
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Urapuntja Community is situated on the Sandover Highway some 280 km north east of Alice Springs. Urapuntja Community comprises 16 Outstation communities spread out over some 3230 square km of desert. There are some 900 people who are mainly Anmatyerre and Alyawarra speaking people. Distances to the outstations vary from 5 to 100 kms from the clinic.
Urapuntja Health Service developed from many years of negotiations by Aboriginal people to have their own health service. Urapuntja is a community controlled health service with a Board of Directors which is elected from and by the community at the Annual General Meeting held each year. The Directors meets regularly to discuss issues and make decisions relevant to the Organisation.
The Psychologist position has been funded by the NTPHN to provide services to the residents of both the Urapuntja and Ampilatwatja Health Service areas.
The Psychologist will work as a member of the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Team as well as the clinical team, to provide psychological services addressing the needs of all clients using the bio-psychosocial to community members who self- refer or are referred by a provider. At times the Psychologist will work under the supervision of the Clinic Manager. At other times the Psychologist will be required to work with limited assistance. The Psychologist will be required to travel by 4WD vehicle to provide clinical services to remote outstations in both the Urapuntja and Ampilatwatja Health Service Areas.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION
- Create, develop and nurture culturally appropriate interactions within Primary Health Care (PHC) teams and with the community.
- Develop a positive culture within integrated PHC teams through development of “core” behavioural health skills including cooperative interpersonal relationship building strategies.
- Make appropriate referrals to other providers and seek resources to aid team members and community residents.
- Perform assessment and provide brief treatment for a wide range of psychological and behavioural health needs using brief therapy.
- Maintain currency of job knowledge and skills and assist PHC team members to self-care.
- Utilises professional communication and conflict resolution skills with team members, various brief therapeutic modalities including group learning circles, individual, child, family, couples counselling, and family support services.
- Direct Caseload that involves documentation and procedural adherence; includes Medicare billing as appropriate and provide identified social and emotional wellbeing services to clients.
- Provide evidence-based culturally appropriate interventions (including assessment, therapy and case management) on individual, group and family levels.
- Ensure the development of Mental Health Care Plans in collaboration with GP’s, for all eligible clients in the service, and facilitate the provision of co-ordinated clinical care and treatment for referred clients.
- Follow defined service quality standards and relevant Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policies and procedures to ensure high quality, safe services are being provided within a safe workplace.
Further
- Contribute to opportunities to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes, quality and service delivery outcomes
- Participate in opportunistic and community screening activities
- Work with other community health program staff and seek advice and assistance from a General Practitioner
- Enter data accurately into the Communicare system
- Collect specified data on all client contacts in accordance with Clinic and funding body requirements
- Liaise with other staff within Urapuntja Health Service in regards to patient care, referrals and follow up as required
- Assist other health staff requiring community, cultural and/or linguistic assistance with clients where culturally appropriate
- To provide quality and professional service of care and work ethics at all times
- Work within strict confidentiality guidelines, ensuring all client and organisational information is kept secure
- Undertake any other duties at the request of the Clinic Manager which are considered relevant to the position and the level of classification
SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential
- Recognised qualifications in Psychology with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration to practice as a Psychologist.
- Proven ability to be self-directed and self-motivated as well as working effectively as a member of a team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current issues, standards and trends in the delivery of mental health and social and emotional well-being services to Aboriginal people.
- Demonstrated recent experience in the mental health and social and emotional wellbeing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation methods appropriate to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) people.
- Proven ability to be able to develop the behavioural health and working skills required by each employee working within a PHC team.
- Proficiency in and commitment to the use of electronic information systems for the maintenance of clinical and service delivery records.
- Hold a current Northern Territory (NT) manual driver’s licence or ability to obtain, ability and willingness to undertake travel by 4WD or light aircraft to remote communities, and capacity to reside in a remote community.
- A good level of health and fitness that matches the requirements of the role. Note: If so required by UHSAC at any time, you must undergo a satisfactory medical examination (including a pre-employment medical examination) for the purpose of determining whether you are able to perform the inherent requirements of your position. Any such medical examination will be at the employer’s cost, and copies of any medical report will be provided to you. You must advise UHSAC of any illness, injury, disease, or any other matter relating to your health or physical fitness which may prevent you from performing your duties, or which may affect your ability to work safely.
- Excellent communication skills, in particular the ability to communicate sensitively in a cross-cultural environment
- Current Drivers Licence
- Ochre Card (Working with Children Clearance)
Desirable
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- Masters in Clinical Psychology qualification.
- Awareness of/sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history
- Experience in using a Patient Information and Recall System and in data collection and analysis including the ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and database software to produce effective reports.
- Previous experience working with primary health care teams.
- Experience working in the area of Indigenous Primary Health
- Highly developed cross cultural communication skills and willingness to take cultural advice from Aboriginal staff
- Previous experience working with remote Aboriginal communities and Aboriginal organisations and groups
19.Ceduna Koonibba Aboriginal Health Service – GP
Medical practice in rural and remote Australia
20. Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service (2 GP’s)
Galangoor Duwalami Primary Healthcare Service is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled primary health care service, operating in both Hervey Bay and Maryborough, servicing the entire Fraser Coast area.
Galangoor Duwalami collaborates with health and well-being partner agencies to enable integrated continuity of care for the community, and continue to work to contribute to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health policy and program reform in Queensland to address the Burden of disease and Close the Gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
General Practitioner (GP) two positions available
This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and flexible employer, enthusiastic and committed team and make a direct impact on improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Fraser Coast area.
The Practice:
Galangoor Duwalami (meaning a ‘happy meeting place’) is located on the Fraser Coast in sunny Queensland, with two clinics (Hervey Bay and Maryborough). Originally established in 2007 we offer a comprehensive suite of Health Services within the Fraser Coast region.
The Hervey Bay clinic is situated at the beachside, while a newly built practice in the heart of Historical Maryborough, offers exceptional facilities with 10 consulting rooms including a mums and bubs room, new equipment and large reception. The practice is Community Controlled and has a well-established clientele and reports indicate continued growth.
This is a rewarding prospect for a compassionate, engaging, visionary and thorough General Practitioner with an ability to work within a diverse interdisciplinary team exhibiting admirable communication skills.
- Two positions available – 2 Part Time – hours negotiable OR 1 Full Time and 1 Part Time
- Well balanced working environment – Monday to Friday from 0830 to 1700.
- No on-call requirements
- Competitive Salary Package
- Salary packaging
- Annual Leave plus Study Leave
- 9.5% Superannuation Entitlement
Key Requirements:
Must Have:
- Qualified Medical Practitioner, holding current registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- Eligible for unrestricted Medicare Provider Number
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Application Process:
A Position Description is available by email. All applications, including a covering letter, are to be e-mailed to: ann.woolcock@gdphcs.com.au
For further details regarding this position please contact Ann Woolcock on 07 41945554.
21. Congress Alice Springs :Remote Area Nurses/Aboriginal Health Practitioners
REMOTE AREA NURSES/ABORIGINAL HEALTH PRACTITIONERS
Utju and Santa teresa
- Base salary: $72,364 – $106,314 (p.a)
- Total effective package: $94,168 – $133,712 (p.a)*
- Fixed term 2 year contract
Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress) has over 40 years’ experience providing comprehensive primary health care for Aboriginal people living in Central Australia. Congress is seeking Remote Area Nurses/Aboriginal Health Practitioners who are interested in making a genuine contribution to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Remote Area Nurses/Aboriginal Health Practitioners are integral members of the Congress Health Service, providing high quality, comprehensive and culturally safe clinical care for the Various Congress Auspice Remote Sites. The positions work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of integrated clinical care and client flow.
Central Australia offers a unique lifestyle in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in the heart of Australia. Its attractions include Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Watarrka (Kings Canyon) and a host of other world heritage sites.
As well as a wonderful lifestyle and rewarding work, Congress offers the following:
- Competitive salaries
- Six (6) weeks annual leave
- 9.5% superannuation
- Generous salary packaging
- A strong commitment to Professional Development
- Family friendly conditions
- Relocation assistance (where applicable)
- District allowance and Remote Benefits
For more information on these positions please contact Clinic Managers, Jason King on (08) 8956 0911 and email: jason.king@caac.org.au for Santa Teresa and Kimberley Williamson on (08) 8956 7308 and email: kimberley.williamson@caac.org.au
Applications close: Monday 22 May 2017.
*Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.
Contact Human Resources on (08) 8959 4774 or mailto:vacancy@caac.org.aufor more information. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
For more information about jobs at Congress visit www.caac.org.au/hr.
To apply for this job go to: http://www.caac.org.au/hr & enter ref code: 3480143.
