Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Advanced Health …, Mount Isa

Maternity Care With Meaning! Join the North West Hospital Maternity Unit and play a vital role supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and families through pregnancy, birth and beyond. This role combines clinical care, cultural knowledge and advocacy to improve maternity outcomes across the region. Job Details
- Position status: Permanent
- Position type: Full-time
- Occupational group: Health
- Health Service Support
- Classification: HWF3
- Workplace location: North West Qld About the role Based within the North West Hospital Maternity Unit in Mount Isa, you will support women across antenatal clinics, inpatient care, birthing services and postnatal follow-up, while strengthening engagement, participation and continuity of care for First Nations families.
- Provide clinical support and assessments within scope of practice, including antenatal clinics, observations, screening, education and care coordination.
- Deliver culturally safe care, advocacy and navigation support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and families throughout their maternity journey.
- Work collaboratively with midwifery, nursery and community services to improve attendance, reduce missed appointments and support safe discharge planning. Working with us
- For 1 year you will receive an isolation bonus of AUD$3,605. If you stay for 2 years you will receive AUD$10,815 and for your 3rd year (and every year after that) you will receive AUD$7,210 (pro rata for part-time employees).
- In your downtime, we will provide 2 return airfares per annum (full time employees, including spouse/dependents) or 1 return airfare per annum (part time employees) to the nearest east coast provincial city in conjunction with your recreation leave. Requirements
- To perform this role, the person must be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person – a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
- Appointment requires proof of a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care and a Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health.
- Applicants who lack the mandatory qualifications but can demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities required, and are willing to complete the required qualifications within an agreed timeframe, may be appointed at the "No Qualification level (NQ)" for a fixed term, subject to a learning agreement to obtain the required qualifications with essential level support under the HR Policy G10 Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS) or the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce Education Scheme.
- Potential applicants must obtain a working with children check from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment.
- C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
- Pre-employment screening will be conducted, including criminal history checks.
- This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
- A period of probation may apply. About North West Hospital and Health Service
- Unique locations.
- Friendly communities.
- Regional, rural and remote incentives. Mount Isa is a great place to live and work. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rt3e7