Aboriginal Health Care Coordinator (ALERT)

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Permanent / Full Time position

Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Fitzroy location

About the Role

You will provide care coordination primarily to First Nations clients with health related goals whilst working within the Healthcare for the Homeless Program at SVHM.

Undertake holistic comprehensive assessments in collaboration with the client carer and/or family using a self-management approach when appropriate
Collaborative care planning with clients with chronic health conditions and complex needs in the context of their health cognition mental status functional ability psychosocial cultural environmental and economic needs
Facilitation of client generated goals that are realistic time limited and based on addressing health and wellbeing needs
Work collaboratively with clients in the community by providing outreach support

Classifications for this position will range from:

Registered Nurse 4A ($118149) per annum.
Allied Health Grade 2 Year1-4 ($90236 - $103724) per annum.

Your Contribution

This is an identified accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 this position is open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
A health professional with qualifications relevant to ALERT Care Coordination (Social Work/Occupational Therapy/Nursing) minimum 4 years experience in relevant acute/community setting
Eligible for registration/membership with AHPRA or Discipline Specific Association (where applicable).
Current National criminal history check or willing to obtain

What we Offer

A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
Confidential solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy CBD at our doorstep close to some of Melbournes best cafes public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement

About ALERT

ALERT aims to improve health outcomes for people who either frequently present or who are at risk of presenting to hospital because of chronic disease or complex medical and / or psychosocial issues.

The key target groups for ALERT include patients with complex needs who fall under one or more of the key risk factors; substance use mental health issues homelessness disability and complex aged care issues.

St Vincents has a strong history of partnership and advocacy with Victorian First Nations Communities. This position integrates and works closely in planning professional development quality activities and research within the First Nations Services. First Nations Services drives self-determination co-design and cultural safety for First Nations people across the organisation through policy reform improvement projects consultation and cultural support for staff and patients.

Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.

Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Contact

Andrew Chan

Closing Date:

28 February 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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Job Description: Permanent / Full Time position Excellent benefits including salary packaging Fitzroy locationAbout the RoleYou will provide care coordination primarily to First Nations clients with health related goals whilst working within the Healthcare for the Homeless Program at SVHM.Undertake ...