Aboriginal Health Worker and Practitioner – Doomadgee

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Aboriginal Health Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing culturally appropriate health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. The role requires a deep understanding of the social, cultural, and historical factors that impact the health and wellbeing of Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide culturally appropriate health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients
• Work collaboratively with other health care professionals to develop and implement care plans
• Conduct health assessments and screenings
• Provide health education and promotion to individuals and groups
• Advocate for the health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Participate in quality improvement activities
• Attend relevant training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or equivalent)
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Demonstrated experience working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health
• Knowledge of the social, cultural, and historical factors that impact the health and wellbeing of Indigenous communities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of the principles of primary health care and health promotion

The above is an Identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, as permitted by and arguable under section 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

For further information on this position please contact Human Resources at 07 4749 6510 or HR@gidgeehealing.com