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Maternal and Child Health Aboriginal Health Worker
KAMS now has an opportunity for a Maternal and Child Health Aboriginal Health Worker to join their friendly, multidisciplinary team in Broome WA, on a full-time basis.
The Midwife and Child Health Nurse provides clinical care and advice and the Maternal and Child Health Aboriginal Health Worker translates this information to ensure the health messages are understood, and helps facilitate the interaction between individuals, family groups, and the community.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Develop relationships and improve communication between clients and service providers.
- Facilitate the continuity of care and care coordination for Beagle Bay and Bidyadanga clients accessing maternal and child health services.
- Facilitate and participate in the delivery of health education and support groups.
- Comply with the organizational requirements of the position.
The ideal candidate will be an Aboriginal Health Worker—Certificate IV, who is registered or is eligible for registration with AHPRA.
Experience with clinical database systems and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel will be highly regarded. Due to the nature of this role, a current manual driver’s licence with the capacity to drive a 4 WD is required.
Please note: It is a requirement that successful candidates hold a current, or be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to employment with KAMS.
About the Benefits
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 role 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 the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary of $81,599 (Aboriginal Health Worker) or $83,537 (Aboriginal Health Practitioner) plus super and a further host of benefits, including:
- District allowance $3,042 p.a (single), $6,083 (dependant);
- Electricity Allowance $1,440;
- Annual airfares subsidy to the value of $1,285 p.a. (after 12 months of service);
- 5 weeks leave p.a. (prorata).
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in stunning outback locations. Make a positive difference!
Please note: KAMS reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date so be quick!
Please note: People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further queries: please contact KAMS HR at 08 9194 3200.
Applications close on the 6th of November 2024.
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