This weeks #Jobalerts
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1.Carnarvon Medical Services Aboriginal Corporation : Chronic Disease Coordinator Close 4 August
2.1-2.4 Western Australia : AHCWA members
3.Tackling Indigenous Smoking Support Officer (OVAHS) close 16 August
4.Generalist HR role Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
5. Registered Nurses Brewarrina Aboriginal Health Service Ltd (BAHSL)
6 -7 Jullums Lismore AMS Registered Nurse / Child and Family Nurse and Aboriginal Health Worker/ Practitioner
8. Rekindling The Spirit : Positions Vacant – Counsellors
11.Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd : Deputy Medical Director (KAMS) – Close 31 July
12.Flinders Island Aboriginal Association Inc.Tobacco Action Worker
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1.Carnarvon Medical Services Aboriginal Corporation : Chronic Disease Coordinator (Registered Nurse / Aboriginal Health Practitioner) Close August 4
About the Organisation
Carnarvon Medical Services Aboriginal Corporation (CMSAC) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service established in 1986. CMSAC aims to provide primary, secondary and specialist health care services to Carnarvon and the surrounding region.
For more information please visit http://www.cmsac.com.au
About the Opportunity CMSAC is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner to join their multidisciplinary team as a Chronic Disease Coordinator.
As the Chronic Disease Coordinator you will be supported by a diverse team of Doctors, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Nurses, Medical Receptionists and a Clinical Practice Coordinator providing a range of culturally appropriate and comprehensive primary health care services to the local Aboriginal communities.
Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
- Providing day to day health services to the community in a professional, confidential and culturally safe manner
- Utilising a holistic approach to assessing clients and their families by supporting and developing patient understanding of their condition, treatment and prevention strategies
- Conducting opportunistic screening and follow-up of patients
- Developing and implementing strategies that promote health education to clients, their families and the community with a focus on chronic disease management and health prevention
- Providing Support and Advice on appropriate levels of follow-up to clients requiring short and long-term pharmaceutical support including instructing client/care givers how to take medication, the correct dosage, storage and security
- Maintaining accurate documentation and record of all client encounters on the patient information & recall system
- Maximising Medicare billings through effective patient records processes
To be successful, you will be a Registered Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner, have experience working in a similar role within an AMS or primary health setting. You will have a sound knowledge of general practice, primary health care and the social and emotional wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Your strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills will enable you to strengthen existing community partnership, establish and sustain stakeholder relationships, determine priorities and manage workloads in order to meet agreed timelines and achieve results.
Most importantly, you must be able to effectively communicate, promote and uphold CMSAC initiatives and values, acting as a role model in the community.
Before applying please visit http://www.ahcwa.org.au/employment to view the full Position Description.
About the BenefitsA generous remuneration package including salary sacrificing options is on offer.
In addition:
- CMSAC will negotiate relocation assistance with the right candidate
- You’ll enjoy a fantastic work/life balance, with Monday – Friday hours, 8:30am – 5pm, with no on-call requirements
- 5 weeks annual leave
**The successful candidate must be willing to undergo a Drug Screen, provide a current Police Clearance and Working with Children Check and possess a C Class Drivers License.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Applications close 5pm, Friday 4 August 2017
2. Western Australia : AHCWA members
If you are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Western Australia then the below opportunities may interest you.
Type: Full Time
Location: SWAMS, Bunbury
Closing Date: 5pm Friday, 4th August 2017
Here at SWAMS we have an exciting position available for someone looking to make a difference. As an Aboriginal Health Worker, you will be involved in clinical assessment and treatment, care coordination, client support and advocacy and community development activities.
2. 2 Administration Assistant
Type: Full Time
Location: PAMS, Newman
Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd August 2017, 5pm
PAMS currently has an opportunity for an Administration Assistant and to join their team on a full-time basis.
2.3 Remote Area Registered Nurse
Type: Full Time 6:2 roster
Location: PAMS, Newman
Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd August 2017, 5pm
PAMS has an opportunity for a Remote Area Registered Nurse to join their team on a 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off, fly in, fly out roster
2.4 Clinical Operations Manager
Type: Full Time
Location: DYHS, Perth WA
Closing Date: 5.00pm, Monday 31 July 2017
DYHS is now looking for an experienced Clinical Operations Manager to join their team in Perth, on a full-time basis.
3.Tackling Indigenous Smoking Support Officer (OVAHS) close 16 August
- Rewarding opportunity to make a real difference and help ‘Close the Gap’ in Aboriginal health!
- Highly attractive remuneration package + salary sacrifice
- Great benefits including annual airfares, accommodation allowance and 5 weeks’ annual leave
About the Organisation
The Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) is a community controlled primary health care service. It provides culturally appropriate curative and public health services for Indigenous people in and around the town of Kununurra which is situated in the East Kimberley.
Preventative and public health programs include GP clinics, maternal and child health, women’s and men’s health, chronic disease, sexual health, mental health and drug and alcohol. Staff include doctors, Aboriginal health workers, registered nurses, health promotional workers and allied health professionals.
About the Opportunity
Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS) is seeking a Tackling Indigenous Smoking Support Officer to join their team on a full-time basis in Kununurra, WA.
In this highly rewarding role, you will be working closely with the East Kimberley Tackling Indigenous Smoking team to deliver on the TIS Activity plan for the Halls Creek Region.
More specifically, you will:
- Delivering smoking cessation education sessions and workshops to key stakeholders across the region;
- Ensuring that program activities are well planned and evaluated in keeping with the regional TIS evaluation plan;
- Participating in appropriate training programs and networking opportunities;
- Reporting as directed, to line manager on service delivery data and KPI’s; and
- Maintaining accurate and confidential case management files in accordance with the TIS Program.
To be successful you will need:
- Tertiary qualifications in community development, health or other relevant area;
- Demonstrated experience delivering education and community development programs to Aboriginal people;
- Experience in case management and goal setting with Aboriginal clients;
- Exceptional communication skills;
- Excellent literacy, computing and reporting skills; and
- To identify as a non-smoker;
OVAHS is looking for candidates with well-developed interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills and the ability to maintain client confidentially at all times within and outside the workplace. While not essential, candidates with Certificate IV in Training or Assessment (or willingness to undertake studies), will be highly regarded.
Please note: In addition to the above skills and experience, the successful candidate will require a Current “C” class drivers licence, National Police Clearance and Working with Children clearance.
About the Benefits
OVAHS offers a stable, safe and supportive work environment with GP’s, Nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers, SEWB workers, Health Promotion Officers, Family Support Workers, and Allied Health Workers.
OVAHS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package (commensurate with skills and experience), plus generous salary packaging options to increase your take home pay!
In addition, you will have access to annual airfares after 12 months of employment to the value of $1,800 per year and accommodation allowance of $125 per week. You will also receive 5 weeks annual leave, giving you plenty of time to explore the region!
People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.
Don’t miss out on the chance to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference – Apply Now!
Please note: Candidates must respond to the questions below and attach a current resume to be considered.
Candidates MUST be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents and/or the right to live and work in Australia, as OVAHS does not undertake sponsorships.
In the 40 years since it was established, Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress) has become the largest Aboriginal medical service in the Northern Territory. Congress is one of the most experienced in Aboriginal health in the country, is a national leader in comprehensive primary health care, and is a strong political advocate for the health of Aboriginal people.
Based in Alice Springs and reporting to the General Manager Human Resources, a newly created role has emerged. The Organisational Capability Manager is a generalist HR role responsible for developing and leading workforce initiatives, strategic projects, building HR capability and workforce training and development. Specific areas of focus in the first instance include :-
- leading a refresh of the people performance and management framework;
- leading the review of the WHS management system;
- leading talent planning and implementation activities for organisational change projects and workforce development;
- strengthening a reporting framework that captures meaningful data to promote organisational performance, assist decision making, minimise risk and enable achievement of the broader organisational objectives and priorities.
Applications are invited from experienced HR practitioners with appropriate tertiary qualifications and superior communication, negotiation and strategic thinking skills. Experience in developing organisational capability for a large, geographically dispersed and multi-disciplinary entity will be highly regarded. Pragmatism, intuition, commercial acumen, sound judgement, drive, energy, credibility and authenticity are also important qualities sought.
Offered initially on a contract basis for a period of 2-3 years, there is a genuine opportunity for the scope to extend well beyond this timeframe and expand in breadth of responsibility. An attractive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience, together with relocation assistance will be offered in order to attract the right candidate.
For a job and person specification, please visit hender.com.au and for further information on our client, please visit caac.org.au
Applications in Word format only should be addressed to Justin Hinora.
Telephone enquiries are welcome on (08) 8100 8849.
About the Organisation
Brewarrina Aboriginal Health Service Ltd (BAHSL) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to improving not only the health but the youth, culture, education and housing of the organisation’s clients and the Brewarrina community in general. Operating with close ties to the accredited Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service, BAHSL services are available to the surrounding communities and small towns in the area, and provide a resource centre for:
- Health related issues
- Medical advice and treatment
- Individual and family counselling
- Information and advice about issues relating to substance abuse
- Sexual health services
- Family violence
- Children’s health/issues
- Adolescent health
- Women’s and men’s health
- Healthy lifestyle (including healthy eating)
- Eye Health
About the Opportunity
Brewarrina Aboriginal Health Service Ltd (BAHSL) has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team of dedicated health professionals working throughout in Brewarrina, NSW.
In this role, your primary focus will be on planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating Enhanced Primary Health Care plans for the program’s clients, in collaboration with BAHSL Aboriginal Health Workers.
To be successful in this position, you will be a Registered Nurse (List A) with experience providing Primary Health Care to those suffering from chronic disease and across a range of other settings. You will require experience in working with Aboriginal communities and have an understanding of health issues in rural/remote areas and the impact of socio-economic factors on Aboriginal communities.
Candidates with previous experience in wounds management, community care, and adult immunisation will be highly regarded.
Please note: Candidates are required to hold registration with AHPRA, a working with children check, and a criminal history check.
BAHSL will reward your commitment with an excellent base salary (dependent upon skills and experience) and access to salary sacrificing arrangements!
Applicants currently located outside the Brewarrina region will be considered – and you’ll enjoy assistance with relocation costs (reimbursed after probation period) and help in finding suitable rental accommodation!
Advance your career in Aboriginal health in this varied role – APPLY NOW!
Please note, due to the nature of this position, Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
6 -7 Lismore AMS Registered Nurse / Child and Family Nurse and Aboriginal Health Worker/ Practitioner
Jullums Lismore AMS is currently looking for the following positions to join the team:
Registered Nurse / Child and Family Nurse
This is an identified position open to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people
However, Registered Nurses who are not indigenous but able to meet the Selection Criteria are encouraged to apply
Aboriginal Health Worker/ Practitioner
This is an identified position, open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Minimum qualifications, Certificate IV
About Us:
Jullums Lismore Aboriginal Medical Service is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health service under the management of Rekindling the Spirit, providing primary health care services to Aboriginal people throughout the Lismore area. Jullums is committed to promoting health, wellbeing and disease prevention, involving a holistic approach to diagnosis, and the management of illness.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Practice Manager, both these positions are responsible for a high standard of primary health services that focuses on the prevention, early detection and management of health problems for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team these roles ensure effective screening, service delivery and administration practices are delivered in accordance with our patient centred Model of Care.
The ideal candidates will have proven experience in providing health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
To request a copy of the Position Description and Selection Criteria, or if you wish to apply for the position by sending a covering letter with your CV, please contact
8 Rekindling The Spirit : Positions Vacant – Counsellors
Rekindling The Spirit is a Lismore based, community organisation run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, who offer a holistic approach to working with those families and communities to support the achievement of positive and lasting changes in their lives.
Rekindling the Spirit supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women to find their own path of empowerment through spiritual and emotional healing, by offering services that can help relieve poverty, distress, sickness, destitution, trans-generational trauma and other misfortunes. Our counselling, assistance, education and supplementary services focus on reducing the occurrence of domestic and family violence plus child abuse through the promotion of healing and wellbeing within families and the community.
Rekindling The Spirit is looking for a number of Full Time Male and Female Counsellors to provide front line, face to face services to support the implementation and ongoing management of a new program for our clients and community.
Ideal candidates will be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with proven experience in providing counselling services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. All counsellors with experience providing counseling services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply to ensure Rekindling The Spirit is able to recruit the highest quality candidates to support our community.
As the successful applicant, you will be responsible for a number of aspects of the programs, including: Conducting client intake and assessments for the RTS DV Perpetrator Program
- Provide face to face counseling
- Facilitate Rekindling The Spirit group based activities
- Conduct exit interviews and evaluation of participants
- Develop and maintain effective referral pathways
- Arrange and participate in meetings, team activities, community network presentations, special ceremonies and approved events and field work activities as required
- Participate in program and service planning, review and evaluation, including data collection and documentation of new initiatives
To be successful, you will:
- hold a minimum of a Diploma or relevant qualifications in Counselling, Substance Misuse, Mental Health, Aboriginal Health Worker, Community Services or another related field or be willing to undertake further study.
- have proven experience in providing counselling and/or group facilitation experience in, drug and alcohol, domestic violence, health, social and emotional wellbeing counselling to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;
- have a demonstrated ability to work appropriately and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;
- possess high level communication skills and well developed computer skills.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Criminal history screening and working with children/vulnerable persons checks will be carried out prior to commencement of employment.
If you have a strong interest in this role and wish to apply for the position, please send a covering letter with your CV to amanda@rubirockservices.com
Nganampa Health Council is an Aboriginal owned and controlled health organisation operating on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands in the far north west of South Australia. Across this area, we operate seven clinics, an aged care facility and assorted health related programs including aged care, sexual health, environmental health, health worker training, dental, women’s health, male health, children’s health and mental health.
When you join Nganampa Health, you are joining a community of primary health care professionals, united by our desire to make a difference. We learn and experience something new every day, and we are supported by the professionalism and spirit of our colleagues and our organisation.
A fantastic opportunity now exists for a full-time Personal Care Attendant to join our dedicated aged care team, based in Pukatja (Ernabella), in remote North West, South Australia.
Working under the direction of the Residential Care Manager, you will be responsible for planning and delivering person centred care to residentsof theTjilpiku Pampaku Ngura aged care facility.
To be successful, you will have demonstrated experience in Australia as a Personal Care Worker, working with frail, aged and disabled people in an aged care setting. You’ll hold a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, or an equivalent EN qualification. This could also be a great opportunity for an existing EN looking for a change in role or to move away from a traditional hospital environment.
We are seeking an adaptable and flexible individual who can display the initiative, discretion and cultural sensitivity needed to support and drive the organisation’s objectives and values. You must be able to both communicate and participate effectively within a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary health team.
Why join the Nganampa Health team
As a Personal Care Attendant at Nganampa Health, you will receive an excellent remuneration up to $58,880 (with Certificate IV qualifications), plus super. You will also receive a range of benefits including:
- Annual district allowance;
- Furnished rent-free housing including some meals;
- Penalty & leave loadings and overtime entitlements;
- Free electricity and subsidised internet and telephone access;
- Relocation assistance (negotiable);
- Generous leave provisions: 6 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks recreation leave, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 weeks study leave!
- Annual airfares; and
- Salary sacrificing options to greatly increase your take home pay by up to $16,000!
These incredible rewards bring your salary package up to an approximate $133,000 per annum!
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Registered Nurse – eligible for registration with the national nurses board of Australia – and advanced renal clinical skills. You will also have a commitment to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Control and knowledge of Equal Opportunity and OSH legislation.
KRS is looking for candidates with strong communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A high level of integrity and a dedication to maintaining patient confidentiality will ensure you flourish in this position.
About the Benefits
KRS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KRS. These are highly attractive opportunities for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!
There are also a wide range of fantastic additional benefits for the role, including:
- Attractive base salary of $84,960 PLUS Super;
- Accommodation Allowance of $13,000;
- Electricity Allowance of $1,440; and
- After 12 months of service, you will receive annual airfares of $1,285.
11.Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd : Deputy Medical Director (KAMS) – Identified Position
- Do you want to really make a difference in your career?
- Take on this rewarding management role with the region’s leading provider of Aboriginal health services!
- Attractive remuneration circa $230,000 base, PLUS district allowance AND accommodation allowances!
About the Organisation
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.
KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 30 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence-based best practice in primary health care.
About Broome
Broome is located 2,240km north of Perth and has a permanent population of 14,436. Broome promotes a relaxed and easy-going lifestyle, with nearby shopping centres, Sunday markets as well as a broad range of restaurants and entertainment options. It is founded on the traditional lands of the Yaruwu people and is rich in history, culture and beautiful surrounds.
Broome has a deep history in the pearling industry, spanning back to the 1800’s, with memorials throughout the town to commemorate those lost in the early years of pearling. Cable Beach is also a must-see, being named in honour of the Java-to-Australia undersea telegraph cable that reaches shore there. You can explore its beautiful scenery with a bit of 4WDing at low tide, or you can even take a camel ride every day at sunset!
Roebuck Bay is known as one of the most beautiful beaches that surround Broome, with its “Staircase to the moon” phenomenon drawing food and craft markets each time it occurs. The combination of a receding tide and rising moon create a natural phenomenon that can only be described as breath-taking.
About the Opportunity
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd (KAMS) now has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time Deputy Medical Director to join their team in Broome, WA.
Please note: Due to the nature of this role, applicants are required to be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. This is a genuine occupational requirement for this position, which is exempt under Section 14 of the Anti-discrimination Act.
Reporting to the Medical Director, you’ll be responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care in line with accepted best practice standards.
Some of your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Assisting in the development and maintenance of high quality health services, ensuring continuous monitoring, quality improvement and innovation in the delivery of comprehensive primary health services;
- Supporting the education, training and on-site up-skilling of the KAMS primary health care workforce;
- Acting as a cultural champion for health services in the Kimberley;
- Leading and participating in clinical audit activities in KAMS and member services
- Assisting the Kimberley Renal Service with medical cover; and
- Assisting the Medical Director when required.
To be successful you will need:
- FRACGP, FACRRM or equivalent, with eligibility for medical registration in WA;
- Significant experience in the delivery of general practice / primary heath care;
- The ability to act as an effective member of a multidisciplinary health team;
- Experience in working effectively with Aboriginal people;
- The competency required to manage emergencies in a remote setting; and
- A commitment to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Control.
KAMS are looking for candidates with well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to maintain client confidentially at all times within and outside the workplace. You will have experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation or an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community Organisation and a strong interest in developing the skills required to lead an Aboriginal Health Organisation.
A ‘C’ Class Driver’s License, Federal Police Clearance, Working with Children Clearance, and willingness to travel often by 4WD vehicles and light aircrafts will be required.
To download a full position description, please click here.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a change of routine, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, this is the role for you. You will see and experience more of Australia’s real outback than most people ever will – and get paid to do it!
KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!
While you will face diverse new challenges in this role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration circa $230,000 + super.
There is also a wide range of additional benefits for the role including:
- On call allowance – 10% of base salary;
- District allowances – $2,920 single $5,840 double p.a;
- Electricity allowance $1,440
- Accommodation allowance $13,000;
- Mobile phone allowance $100 per month;
- 6 weeks’ annual leave & 2 weeks’ study leave;
- Annual Airfares to the value of $1,285 pa (after 12 months of employment).
Don’t miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the health outcomes of Indigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region – Apply Now!
Please note: Candidates must respond to the questions below and attach a current resume to be considered.
12.Flinders Island Aboriginal Association Inc.Tobacco Action Worker
Flinders Island Aboriginal Association Inc. (FIAAI) currently have a vacancy for a Tobacco Action Worker within FIAAI’s Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program. Contracted until June 2018 (with the possibility of extension beyond this date), this position presents an opportunity to be part of a small Launceston-based team dedicated to reducing the level of Aboriginal smoking throughout Tasmania.
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Reporting to the local Team Leader, this role is available full time or part time by negotiation.
As the Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program involves collaboration with Aboriginal (and other) organisations, schools and Communities around the state, a willingness to undertake some travel in the role is essential.
A driver’s licence is also essential, and significant connection to Tasmanian Aboriginal Communities is highly desirable.
If you’re interested in making a difference to Tasmanian Aboriginal health outcomes and can demonstrate the above we’d love to hear from you.
For more information about this position and a job description which includes process for applying contact Lee Seymour at the FIAAI
Tackling Smoking office on 6334 5721 or via
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