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1. ACCHO Training News :
1.1 National Reconciliation Week and 62 Students graduate from VACCHO
1.2 A Darwin medical student with a long-term plan to work in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory is the recipient of the 2019 AMA Indigenous Medical Scholarship.
Job/s of the week
2.Queensland
2.1 Apunipima ACCHO Cape York
2.2 IUIH ACCHO Deadly Choices Brisbane and throughout Queensland
2.3 ATSICHS ACCHO Brisbane
2.4 Wuchopperen Health Service ACCHO CAIRNS
3.NT Jobs Alice Spring ,Darwin East Arnhem Land and Katherine
3.1 Congress ACCHO Alice Spring
3.2 Miwatj Health ACCHO Arnhem Land
3.3 Wurli ACCHO Katherine
3.4 Sunrise ACCHO Katherine
4. South Australia
4.1 Nunkuwarrin Yunti of South Australia Inc
5. Western Australia
5.1 Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Inc
5.2 Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services (KAMS)
6.Victoria
6.1 Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS)
6.2 Mallee District Aboriginal Services Mildura Swan Hill Etc
6.3 : Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative
7.New South Wales
7.1 AHMRC Sydney and Rural
7.2 Greater Western Aboriginal Health Service
7.3 Katungul ACCHO
8. Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre ACCHO
9.Canberra ACT Winnunga ACCHO
10. Other : Stakeholders Indigenous Health
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1. ACCHO Training News :
1.1 National Reconciliation Week and 62 Students graduate from VACCHO
On Tuesday at the Melbourne Town Hall, 62 students formally graduated from the nationally accredited courses of study through the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)
The students graduated from a range of qualifications with VACCHO in Aboriginal Primary Health Care, Counselling, Training & Education and Business Studies.
Opening photo Jessica Mitchell a former NACCHO Administration now graduate Aboriginal Heath Practitioner
VACCHO Acting CEO Trevor Pearce said having up to 25 newly qualified Aboriginal health workers would make a huge difference to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal peoples across Victoria.
He said it was especially significant to have the students graduate during Reconciliation Week.
“Aboriginal health needs to be in Aboriginal hands,” Mr Pearce said. “Having qualified workers who understand that within Aboriginal health the value of culture, and the importance of family and connection to Country all contribute to our world view of health and wellbeing of Aboriginal peoples is invaluable.
“The vast majority of our students currently work across 30 VACCHO Member organisations.
In Victoria we have unique models of care that are founded in the principles of Aboriginal Community Control, where Communities get complete wrap-around services that address their cultural, physical, social and economic needs. Our graduates will be instrumental in the delivery of culturally-safe care to the Aboriginal Community.”
Graduating student Melanie Lane said she chose to study at VACCHO because of the organisation’s close connections to Aboriginal Communities around Victoria.
“It was a great opportunity to learn in an Aboriginal Community controlled environment with fellow Aboriginal students,” Ms Lane said. “I can’t wait to get out there and help my peoples.”
VACCHO congratulates the 42 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander graduates, along with 20 non-Aboriginal community allies, on the completion of their studies.
1.2 A Darwin medical student with a long-term plan to work in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory is the recipient of the 2019 AMA Indigenous Medical Scholarship.
Nikki Kastellorizios, a second-year medical student in the Flinders University NT Medical Program and mother of three, says her aim is to become the kind of doctor she would want her family to encounter when they need medical attention.
AMA President, Dr Tony Bartone, presented Nikki Kastellorizios with the award at the AMA National Conference today.
Her passion for medicine stems from experiencing and witnessing the barriers and difficulties Indigenous people face when accessing health care.
“I am a registered nurse, and chose to become a doctor as I feel I will have greater influence in making real change towards closing the gap that Indigenous Australians – my people – currently experience,” Ms Kastellorizios said.
“Through my encounters accessing health care, and acting as a support person for family members, I have recognised the profound impact people’s experiences have on their health choices.
“Indigenous people who deal with culturally unaware professionals or services will often choose to avoid them in the future, and live with their deteriorating health, rather than try to access services that are not meeting their needs.
“I recognise that as an individual, I can’t change the world, but I can help to facilitate change in someone’s life, and subsequently their wider community, by building a therapeutic, culturally safe relationship based on trust and mutual respect.
“I hope our common heritage will give Indigenous patients a sense of ease, allowing me to be better able to holistically treat patients and help them improve their health, on their terms.”
Ms Kastellorizios has a long-term plan to be part of the movement to improve Indigenous health.
“Post medical school, my 10-year plan is to work towards becoming a Fellow in my field, and to be the doctor I would want my family to encounter when needing medical help,” she said.
“My 15-year-plus plan is to work in rural and remote areas of the Northern territory once my children are grown up. While most Indigenous Australians live in metropolitan or regional areas, the most disadvantaged live in rural or remote Australia, and they need the most help.”
“Throughout my journey, I also want to support and inspire other Indigenous people to become involved in the health sciences in whatever role they choose – health worker, nurse, doctor – to further empower families and communities.
“Every First Nations Australian who reaches for further education can create belief in the young, and others, that it is achievable.”
Dr Bartone said that Ms Kastellorizios is a deserving recipient of the $10,000 a year Scholarship.
“Ms Kastellorizios has a clear determination to help improve the lives and health of Indigenous Australians,” Dr Bartone said.
“Her dedication and commitment in taking on a medical degree while bringing up three young children is commendable, as is her desire to inspire Indigenous youth to strive for higher education.
“Latest records show that there are about 500 Indigenous doctors in the medical workforce, which is about 0.4 per cent of the workforce. To reach population parity of 3 per cent, the number should be closer to 3500.
“In 2017, a total of 310 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical students were enrolled in universities across Australia.
“We know that Indigenous people have a greater chance of improved health outcomes when they are treated by Indigenous doctors and health professionals. They are more likely to make and keep appointments when they are confident that they will be treated by someone who understands their culture, their language, and their unique circumstances.
“Ms Kastellorizios will be exactly that kind of doctor.”
The AMA Indigenous Medical Scholarship was established in 1994 with a contribution from the Commonwealth Government. The AMA is seeking further donations and sponsorships from individuals and corporations to continue this important contribution to Indigenous health.
1.1 Jobs of the week
Chief Executive Officer for the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW.
About AH&MRC
We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer for the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW. The Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of New South Wales (AH&MRC ) is the peak representative body and voice of Aboriginal communities on health in NSW. We represent our members, the Aboriginal Community
Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) that deliver culturally appropriate comprehensive primary health care to their communities.
Aboriginal Community Control has its origins in Aboriginal people’s right to self-determination. This is the right to be involved in health service delivery and decision-making according to the protocols or procedures determined by Aboriginal communities based on the Aboriginal definition of health:
Aboriginal health means not just the physical well-being of an individual but the social, emotional and cultural wellbeing of the whole Community in which each individual is able to achieve their full potential as a human being thereby bringing about the total wellbeing of their Community. It is a whole of life view and includes the cyclical concept of life-death-life.
About the Job
The CEO will be responsible to the Board of Directors (the ‘Board’) for implementing strategic and operational policy and for the continued growth and viability of the organisation. The primary purpose of the role is to develop and grow the organisation’s services to members and to provide strategies and advice to the Board. In addition, the position is accountable for managing the day-to-day operations of all business units and operating in the best interests of members.
The position also performs the function of Company Secretary to the Board of AH&MRC.
Responsibilities
- AH&MRC governance
- Business operations
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
- People management
- Reporting
- Company secretary functions
About You
To be successful you will have;
- Tertiary qualifications in Business / Law / Health and/or extensive Executive Management experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures related to Aboriginal Community and Controlled Health organisations
- Analytical and problem-solving skills in a complex environment
- Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team, demonstrating effective understanding and experience in human resource management, leadership and motivational skills at strategic and operational levels
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills in relationship management, establishing and maintaining partnerships and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders
- A knowledge of and understanding of Aboriginal (and Torres Strait Islander) societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues, particularly in the health area which are affecting Aboriginal people as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people.
We Offer
- Generous professional development opportunities
- Salary sacrificing
- Flexible working arrangements
The constitution provides that there is a requirement for the CEO to be an Aboriginal person and to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to AH&MRC objectives, and Aboriginal community.
A competitive remuneration package that reflects the senior nature of this role will be negotiated.
Mount Isa Health Services Operations Manager (Identified position)
Gidgee Healing is currently seeking a Mount Isa Health Services Operations Manager (Identified position). This position is full time and based in Mount Isa with required travel to remote communities.
If you are passionate about the health in the Mount Isa community and want to make a difference we want to hear from you!
ABOUT GIDGEE HEALING:
Gidgee Healing (Gidgee’) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service, with our strategic direction determined by a Board of Directors comprising Aboriginal people from across the region, as well as two skills-based Directors. Gidgee’s organisational mission and vision statements demonstrate a commitment to providing holistic and culturally appropriate health services, underpinned by a philosophy of community participation, and a with a strong focus on care coordination.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Mt Isa Health Services Operations Manager is responsible for the operational management of Primary Health Care Clinics, Maternal and Child Health Service and transportation services within Mt Isa to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective primary health care services.
This includes responsibility for line management in the implementation of:
- Cultural integrity of service delivery
- Service delivery in line with the Model of Care
- Effective Staff Management practices
The scope of the position includes management, human resources management and health service quality assurance and delivery.
It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant’s background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.
THE LIFESTYLE:
The Mount Isa region is the gateway to the Outback of Queensland, offers a relaxed and casual lifestyle, with a wealth of camping and exploring, scenic national parks, gorges, as well as top river, lake and open water fishing and recreation.
This position closes COB Sunday 9th June 2019
If this position interests you and you would like to review the Position Description please contact People and Culture Team Leader, Priscilla Kondolo.
Direct Line: 07 4749 6508
Mobile: 0436 814 790
General Practitioner and Senior Medical Officer – OVAHS
About the Organisation
The Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) provides a comprehensive Primary Health Care service to Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley region in Western Australia using a holistic approach that includes a high standard of service delivery, the promotion of social justice and the overcoming of the health issues that affect so many people in the region.
Preventative and public health programs include Maternal and Child Health, Women’s Health, Chronic Disease, Sexual Health and along with the OVAHS Social Support Unit which offers AOD, Mental Health Services, health promotion and education programs in the areas of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders prevention, smoking cessation, chronic disease prevention, childhood health promotion and sexual health.
OVAHS provides a fulfilling and stimulating work environment in a diverse range of areas for those seeking an exciting career in Indigenous Health.
About the Opportunities
OVAHS now has a number of fantastic opportunities available within their team of dedicated health professionals in Kununurra,WA:
- 2 x General Practitioners (Full-time, ongoing)
- 1 x Senior Medical Officer – Permanent full-time (or option to FIFO, 2 months on, 2 months off, with some flexibility around roster)
The successful candidates will be Vocationally Registered GP (FRACGP, FACRRM, or equivalent) and be eligible for registration as a medical practitioner in WA. Demonstrated experience in general practice is also essential.
The Senior Medical Officer is a senior management position responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of clinical services. As such, a background in performance management and experience in the professional development and supervision of staff is a requirement for this role.
Importantly, you will be committed to providing culturally sensitive healthcare and demonstrate an interest in working closely with Aboriginal communities, to understand their health issues and work with them to find solutions.
To view the position description for these positions, please click ‘apply now’.
About the Benefits
OVAHS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. It offers a stable, safe and supportive work environment with a large, multi-disciplinary team including doctors, nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers, an audiologist, dietitian, mental health workers and a social support unit.
A highly attractive remuneration package is on offer circa $400,000 + super (pro-rata if FIFO arrangements), commensurate with qualifications and experience. This includes a fixed salary of $250,000 + super (pro-rata for FIFO), plus a range of benefits to significantly increase the value of your overall remuneration package including:
Specific benefits include:
- Paid medical insurance and registration
- Salary packaging options
- No on call or weekend work is required
- Quality Staff housing with all utilities included + NBN internet
- Fully maintained 4WD Vehicle with fuel for work and personal use (within 100km of Kununurra)
- 5 weeks Annual leave (pro rata)+ additional Christmas/New Year break of up 10 days
- Generous Study leave and allowance
- Relocation assistance
- 17.5% leave loading (paid at the end of 12 months continual service)
- Annual flight allowance to Perth (paid at the end of 12 months continual service)
- Public holidays as paid days off
- Sociable hours (Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm)
Additionally, working at OVAHS in Kununurra has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Kimberley Region. With Australia’s most stunning landscapes on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, the Kimberley is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference – Apply Now!
General Practitioners – Sunrise Health Katherine Region
About the Opportunity
Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is now seeking two General Practitioners to join their dedicated team in the Katherine Region of the Northern Territory.
These roles are being offered on a permanent full-time basis, however shared job arrangements (such as 2 months on, 2 months off) would be considered. We also require a GP from early May to early September 2019 each year.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, led by the Director of Public Health and Planning, this position is responsible for providing direct primary healthcare services, support for and sharing of skills with other health centre staff, and participating in key primary healthcare initiatives and community consultation.
You will work across a number of the nine communities that Sunriseservices, primarily carrying out clinic-based work. The extended team you’ll work with on a day to day basis includes a range of Allied Health Professionals who provide both clinical and health promotional activities.
About the Benefits
If you’re looking for an opportunity to contribute to the improved health of remote Aboriginal communities, this could be the position for you!
Your dedication will be rewarded with a highly attractive base salary circa $250,000 – $280,000 plus super and a range of benefits including:
- 6 weeks leave per year;
- Up to 10 days study leave;
- Phone and laptop;
- Vehicle for work and personal use;
- Annual housing allowance of $20,000 while in Katherine;
- Accommodation for any overnight stays while working in the communities;
- Salary packaging options up to $15,899 per packaging year; and
- Annual flight back to your point of hire.
Working at Sunrise Health Service and living in the Katherine region has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory. With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.
For more information and to apply, please click “Apply Now”.
2.1 JOBS AT Apunipima ACCHO Cairns and Cape York
www.apunipima.org.au/work-for-us
2.2 JOBS AT IUIH Brisbane and throughout Queensland
JOBS AT IUIH check the closing dates as some may have closed
+ General Practitioner (Ongoing Full time position based in Deception Bay)
+ Dental Assistant (2 x Fixed Term Part Time positions based in Goodna and Capalaba)
+ Physiotherapist (Ongoing, Full Time position, based in Windsor)
+ Audiologist (Ongoing, Full Time position, based in Windsor)
+ Diabetes Educator (Fixed Term, Part Time position based in Windsor)
+ Legal Administration Officer (Ongoing, Full Time position based in Windsor)
+ Practice Nurse (Ongoing, Full Time position based in Salisbury)
+ Regional GP (Ongoing, Full Time position)
+ Regional Child and Family Psychologist (Ongoing, Full Time position based in Goodna)
+ Project Officer (Ongoing, Full Time Position based in Strathpine)
+ Indigenous Outreach Worker (Ongoing, Full Time position based in Strathpine)
+ Deadly Choices – Program Officer
+ Prison Transitional Care Coordinator (Ongoing, Full Time position based in Windsor)
2.3 ATSICHS ACCHO Brisbane
As part of our commitment to providing the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community of Brisbane with a comprehensive range of primary health care, youth, child safety, mental health, dental and aged care services, we employ approximately 150 people across our locations at Woolloongabba, Woodridge, Northgate, Acacia Ridge, Browns Plains, Eagleby and East Brisbane.
The roles at ATSICHS are diverse and include, but are not limited to the following:
- Aboriginal Health Workers
- Registered Nurses
- Transport Drivers
- Medical Receptionists
- Administrative and Management roles
- Medical professionals
- Dentists and Dental Assistants
- Allied Health Staff
- Support Workers
2.4 Wuchopperen Health Service ACCHO CAIRNS
Wuchopperen Health Service Limited has been providing primary health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for over 35 years. Our workforce has a range of professional, clinical, allied health, social emotional wellbeing and administration positions.
- We have two sites in Cairns and a growing number of supplementary services and partnerships.
- We have a diverse workforce of over 200 employees
- 70 percent of our team identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Our team is dedicated to the Wuchopperen vision: Improving the Quality of Life for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. If you would like to make a difference, and improve the health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, please apply today.
Expressions of Interest
We invite Expressions of Interest from:
- Aboriginal Health Workers
- Clinical Psychologists
- Dietitians
- Diabetes Educators
- Exercise Physiologists
- Medical Officers (FAACGP / FACCRM)
- Registered Nurses
- Midwives
- Optometrists
- Podiatrists
- Speech Pathologists
In accordance with Wuchopperen’s privacy processes, we will keep your EOI on file for three months.
Current Vacancies
NT Jobs Alice Spring ,Darwin East Arnhem Land and Katherine
3.1 JOBS at Congress Alice Springs including
3.2 There are 20 + JOBS at Miwatj Health Arnhem Land
3.3 JOBS at Wurli Katherine
3.4 Sunrise ACCHO Katherine
4. South Australia
4.1 Nunkuwarrin Yunti of South Australia Inc
Nunkuwarrin Yunti places a strong focus on a client centred approach to the delivery of services and a collaborative working culture to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients. View our current vacancies here.
5. Western Australia
5.1 Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Inc
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Inc. is passionate about creating a strong and dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander workforce. We are committed to providing mentorship and training to our team members to enhance their skills for them to be able to create career pathways and opportunities in life.
On occasions we may have vacancies for the positions listed below:
- Medical Receptionists – casual pool
- Transport Drivers – casual pool
- General Hands – casual pool, rotating shifts
- Aboriginal Health Workers (Cert IV in Primary Health) –casual pool
*These positions are based in one or all of our sites – East Perth, Midland, Maddington, Mirrabooka or Bayswater.
To apply for a position with us, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Detailed CV
- WA National Police Clearance – no older than 6 months
- WA Driver’s License – full license
- Contact details of 2 work related referees
- Copies of all relevant certificates and qualifications
We may also accept Expression of Interests for other medical related positions which form part of our services. However please note, due to the volume on interests we may not be able to respond to all applications and apologise for that in advance.
All complete applications must be submitted to our HR department or emailed to HR
Also in accordance with updated privacy legislation acts, please download, complete and return this Permission to Retain Resume form
Attn: Human Resources
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Inc.
156 Wittenoom Street
East Perth WA 6004
+61 (8) 9421 3888
5.2 Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services (KAMS)
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services (KAMS)
https://kamsc-iframe.applynow.net.au/
6.Victoria
6.1 Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS)
Thank you for your interest in working at the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS)
If you would like to lodge an expression of interest or to apply for any of our jobs advertised at VAHS we have two types of applications for you to consider.
Expression of interest
Submit an expression of interest for a position that may become available to: employment@vahs.org.au
This should include a covering letter outlining your job interest(s), an up to date resume and two current employment referees
Your details will remain on file for a period of 12 months. Resumes on file are referred to from time to time as positions arise with VAHS and you may be contacted if another job matches your skills, experience and/or qualifications. Expressions of interest are destroyed in a confidential manner after 12 months.
Applying for a Current Vacancy
Unless the advertisement specifies otherwise, please follow the directions below when applying
Your application/cover letter should include:
- Current name, address and contact details
- A brief discussion on why you feel you would be the appropriate candidate for the position
- Response to the key selection criteria should be included – discussing how you meet these
Your Resume should include:
- Current name, address and contact details
- Summary of your career showing how you have progressed to where you are today. Most recent employment should be first. For each job that you have been employed in state the Job Title, the Employer, dates of employment, your duties and responsibilities and a brief summary of your achievements in the role
- Education, include TAFE or University studies completed and the dates. Give details of any subjects studies that you believe give you skills relevant to the position applied for
- References, where possible, please include 2 employment-related references and one personal character reference. Employment references must not be from colleagues, but from supervisors or managers that had direct responsibility of your position.
Ensure that any referees on your resume are aware of this and permission should be granted.
How to apply:
Send your application, response to the key selection criteria and your resume to:
All applications must be received by the due date unless the previous extension is granted.
When applying for vacant positions at VAHS, it is important to know the successful applicants are chosen on merit and suitability for the role.
VAHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring that staff selection procedures are fair to all applicants regardless of their sex, race, marital status, sexual orientation, religious political affiliations, disability, or any other matter covered by the Equal Opportunity Act
You will be assessed based on a variety of criteria:
- Your application, which includes your application letter which address the key selection criteria and your resume
- Verification of education and qualifications
- An interview (if you are shortlisted for an interview)
- Discussions with your referees (if you are shortlisted for an interview)
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You must have the right to live and work in Australia
- Employment is conditional upon the receipt of:
- A current Working with Children Check
- A current National Police Check
- Any licenses, certificates and insurances
6.2 Mallee District Aboriginal Services Mildura Swan Hill Etc
6.3 : Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative 2 POSITIONS VACANT
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http://www.rumbalara.org.au/vacancies
7.1 AHMRC Sydney and Rural
Check website for current Opportunities
7.2 Greater Western Aboriginal Health Service
Greater Western Aboriginal Health Service (GWAHS) is an entity of Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service. GWAHS provides a culturally appropriate comprehensive primary health care service for the local Aboriginal communities of western Sydney and the Nepean Blue Mountains. GWAHS provides multidisciplinary services from sites located in Mt Druitt and Penrith.
The clinical service model includes general practitioners (GPs), Aboriginal Health Workers and Practitioners, nursing staff, reception and transport staff. The service also offers a number of wraparound services and programs focused on child and maternal health, social and emotional wellbeing, Drug and Alcohol Support, chronic disease, as well as population health activities.
GWAHS is committed to ensuring that patients have access to and receive high quality, culturally appropriate care and services that meet the needs of local Aboriginal communities.
7.3 Katungul ACCHO
Download position descriptions HERE
8. Tasmania
9.Canberra ACT Winnunga ACCHO
