The closing date to
receive applications for this vacancy has been
extended.
This is a
Recruitment Pool for a Permanent, Fixed Term, Casual
appointment at various hours, with the possibility of extension(s)
and/or permanency.
Pursuant of Section 50(d) of
the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this
position must be of Aboriginal descent.
Are you passionate
about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal
communities?
WACHS Midwest is seeking
passionate Aboriginal Health Workers to join our Community
Health team. This role is vital in delivering culturally
safe, community-based health care across the diverse and expansive
Midwest region, which includes Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and
Murchison districts.
You will work closely with
Aboriginal clients, families, and communities to promote health,
prevent disease, and support access to services. Your work will
help strengthen cultural security and improve health outcomes for
Aboriginal people in rural and remote settings.
This position provides
support for programs including school health, child health,
immunisations and vulnerable and at-risk families. With future
opportunities to be involved in pilot programs supporting
vulnerable and at-risk youth.
As part of our
Community Health team, you will:
- Act as
an advocate and cultural broker, bridging the
gap between Aboriginal patients, their families, and
healthcare staff.
- Provide
clinical support and personal care under the
supervision of registered nurses.
- Participate in
multidisciplinary care planning,
implementation, and evaluation.
- Support
health promotion, education, and outreach
activities in community settings. while assisting clients to
fulfil their social, cultural, and spiritual
requirements.
- Maintain
accurate health records and contribute to service improvement
initiatives.
- Participate in
performance management and continuous quality improvement
initiatives.
The Ideal
Candidate:
- Must be
of Aboriginal descent, in accordance with the Equal
Opportunities Act.
- Holds an
Advanced Certificate in Aboriginal Health Work (Certificate IV)
or a comparable qualification.
- Possesses strong
interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively
within a health care team.
- Is
capable of reading, writing, and interpreting medical
instructions and reports.
- Demonstrates proven
ability to prioritise and manage workload collaboratively under
nurse delegation.
- Holds a
current C or C-A Class driver's licence or other relevant
specialised licence.
Why Join
WACHS:
- Be part
of a supportive and inclusive team.
- Access
professional development and career pathways.
- Make a
real impact in rural and remote Aboriginal
health.
- Enjoy
flexible working arrangements and generous leave
entitlements.
Want to know more
about this role: We encourage you to contact Ellen Moon on
0460 306 275.
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
This is an “open-ended”
recruitment pool, and as such the following should be
noted:
- The
panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and
will assess on a regular basis.
- Suitable
applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may
be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments may be made
from this pool until 30/06/2026.
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must
have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an
Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and
work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
How to
Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following
information as part of your application:
- A
detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this
role
- A cover
letter outlining their suitability for this
position.
- A 2-3
page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed
on the Job Description Form (JDF)
- The
names and contact details of two (2) professional referees -
preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or
manager.
If you experience
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
What we
offer
In addition to the great
salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location
based allowances (if applicable) including:
-
- District
Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel
subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning
subsidy allowance.
- Paid
study Leave assistance – regional specific as per
EBA.
- Generous
salary packaging benefits:
-
- Up to $9010 on a
range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other
everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on
meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue
hire
- Access to
novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and
expenses.
- Plus,
Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
- Professional Development
opportunities
- Continuous learning
opportunities
- 12%
Superannuation Guarantee
- WACHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- As a WA
Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts
across some private health care funds. Please see attached
flyer for further details.
Area
Profile
The WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers
more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State,
with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is
located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and
incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest
and Murchison, is recognised for its unique natural environment and
is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing
13% of the overall population.
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of
trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Please note this recruitment
process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health
Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country
Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to
ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the
position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of
employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS
PEHA Policy for further information.
This vacancy is subject to a
Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further
information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
