Aboriginal Health Workers x 2

Position Description

Position:Aboriginal Health Worker x 2

Location:Galambila Aboriginal Health Service Coffs Harbour

Pay structure:Galambila AHS General Enterprise Agreement 2017

Classification2 5

This role is advertised as a range depending on the successful candidates skills knowledge and experience

Hours per week38

Responsible toPractice Manager

Our Values Respect Accountable Inclusive Compassion Empowerment

Our Purpose Culturally appropriate care that ensures the best possible health and wellbeing outcomes for those on Gumbaynggirr Land

Our Vision Greater choices for our mob to improve health for all stages of life

Objectives

As the Aboriginal Health Worker you will provide high quality culturally relevant primary health care services for patients and community members in accordance with Galambila Aboriginal Health Services Clinical Services Practice Model and organisational polices including:

Provide clinical services in line with scope of practice skills knowledge qualifications and experience;

Identification of health issues and assistance in developing individual health care plans;

Provide health information and education in relation to prevention and treatment of chronic conditions; and

Assisting the promotion of health activities and programs;

Role responsibilities

promote and provide a comprehensive culturally secure comprehensive primary health care approach to care focusing on the individual needs and rights of clients;

consultation partnership and under direction of Senior Staff and Health Care Professionals perform consultations with clients including listening to their story and provide a general health care service within your scope of practice including:

caring and engaging appropriately with clients and community

room triage SNAPP checks health assessments and developing care plans with General Practitioners;

physical observations including BMI blood pressure body temperature pulse respiratory

education brief interventions and health coaching for lifestyle and health issues such as smoking and physical activity;

routine screening and clinical activities such as blood glucose readings cardio vascular risk assessments and diabetes risk assessments;

clinical health care activities such as pathology collection ear health and wound management and dressings.

and support access to health care services including:

-ordinating specialist allied health and/or specific burden of disease clinics

home visits and outreach when appropriate;

health care co-ordination

with a partner GP to co-ordinate and support patients to come back to the clinic for results and/ or follow up care;

clients with referrals to external allied health and community service organisations;

barriers that may impact on clients access to health services and provide feedback to Senior staff and assist with the implementation of solutions.

collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve better health outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities and play a key role in facilitating relationships between Aboriginal patients and other health professionals; and

health assessments as an essential component annual client care.

to patient safety clinical quality and continuous quality improvement activities:

implement and evaluate projects programs and activities relating to Aboriginal health and wellbeing illness and distress including provision of education and information on health care issues to clients community groups and organisations;

to clinical quality groups set up review our clinical quality indicators and community health outcomes;

with Senior Aboriginal Health Worker and/or Clinical Nurse Pharmacist or Child and Family Nurse (Clinical Supervisor) at least quarterly to discuss clinical skill gaps and training requirements;

seek demonstration and support from clinical supervisors to improve clinical skills and care; and

appropriate medical guidelines to ensure clinical practice is line with evidence based practice.

the confidentiality and efficient management of clients medical records by:

client confidentiality

the dignity and rights of clients carers and families while respecting privacy and confidentiality at all times;

all information is recorded accurately and maintained in client files;

to and write reports prepare submissions and develop patient support letters as required.

and be aware of relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures as they relate to Client care such as Privacy Act and Workplace Health and Safety.

Workplace responsibilities

Work as a team member seeking support guidance and direction as required;

Attend meetings and undertake training as appropriate to the role of Aboriginal Health Worker Clinical;

Perform any other duties consistent with the terms of employments as may be directed or implied from time to time; and

Participate in staff performance reviews.

Workplace Health and Safety responsibilities

Follow defined WH&S and injury management policies and procedures;

Take reasonable care for the safety of others in the workplace;

Ensure organisational compliance with any requirements of the WH&S Act and other legislation with regard to health safety and welfare in the workplace;

Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health safety and welfare in compliance with the WH&S Act or other legislation;

Report all accidents or incidents which did or could have resulted in injury to others in the workplace or damage to property;

Report all hazards or potential hazards;

Be familiar with emergency evacuation procedures and participate in regular training in safety procedures; and

Provide input into regular safety inspections for their department.

Child Protection Responsibilities

This appointment is subject to a satisfactory clearance for a police check and a clearance for working with Children undertaken by the Office of the Childrens Guardian (NSW).

Be familiar with and adhere to legislation in relation to Child Protection and comply with NSW Health Frontline Procedures for the Protection of Children and Young People; and

Attend training in Child Protection as required.

Continuous Quality Improvement responsibilities

It is the responsibility of each staff member to be aware of the contents of the policy and procedures manuals and work within the principles contained therein.

Each staff members is expected to be committed to quality service and to participate in activities to enhance continuous quality improvements in the workplace.

Non Smoking Policy

Galambila provides a smoke-free work environment and promotes a no-smoking culture for staff where they are encouraged and supported not to smoke.

Selection Criteria

Please note Galambila Aboriginal Health Service considers that being Australian Aboriginal is a genuine occupational qualification under s.14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 NSW the successful applicant will need to provide documentation that they are recognised by the Aboriginal Community as being of Aboriginal descent.

Essential

Determined: Researchers options and sets a clear path; deals with obstacles and impediments; has clear goals.

Analytical: Presents clear and logical arguments; takes a systematic approach when building towards improvements.

Flexible: Adapts to changing circumstances; prioritises work and addresses what is most important; takes advantage of new and emerging opportunities.

Resilient: Recovers from setbacks; learns from experience and identifies areas for self development.

Client focused: Prioritises needs of clients; aims for the best outcomes for clients; follows through with commitments.

Collaborative: Works with others to achieve common goals; engenders a spirit of teamwork; inspires trust.

Supportive: Encourages others to attain goals; listens actively and inspires confidence; demonstrates empathy when confronted with adversity.

Desirable

experience in a health or community setting.

Licence

C Class drivers licence is mandatory for this role.

Qualifications

Aboriginal Health Workers are required to have qualifications in Aboriginal Primary Health Care. If no qualifications are held at time of appointment.

First Aid Certificate

Certificate II III or IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care

Employment Arrangements

An offer of employment is subject to a six (6) month probationary period. A review of performance will be conducted 3 months after commencing. All staff undertake Annual Performance Agreements and regular reviews. Your reporting lines may change from time to time at Galambila in accordance with operational requirements.

This role is advertised across the 4 grades level 2 3 4 and 5. The appointment will be to the relevant level dependent on the successful candidates skills knowledge and abilities in the role. The successful candidate will be required to undertake Certificate IV studies (supported in the workplace) in Aboriginal Primary Health Care if this qualification is not already achieved. Appointment at Level 4 cannot occur until the successful candidate has successfully completed all mandatory assessment in the Certificate IV. Appointment at Level 5 cannot occur until the successful candidate is registered with AHPRA as an Aboriginal Health Worker Practitioner.

Applications close Monday 7 July 2025 at 5pm.

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