Aboriginal Health Worker

Aboriginal Health Worker

Provide culturally competent and safe primary healthcare to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.

Ongoing training and support

0.9 Full Time Equivalent position available

$72,000 - $102,000 per annum (based on qualifications) + superannuation 

About the Role  

Fulham Correctional Centre is part of The GEO Group Australia, based near Sale in regional Victoria.  The Aboriginal Health Worker (AHW) is a key member of the Medical Services Team and will play an integral role in the successful transition and delivery of Primary Healthcare Services at Fulham Correctional Centre.  Reporting to the Health Services Manager the position functions within a multidisciplinary team and is required to refer, communicate, and collaborate with other health professionals to advocate for the cultural health needs of the Aboriginal men.

To be successful in this role you will have or be willing to undertake study to gain:

• Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or equivalent); or
• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or equivalent)
• Working towards gaining or current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner
• Ability to provide culturally competent and safe health care to Aboriginal men
• Ability to perform primary health assessments, planning, treatment and evaluation
• Ability to effectively work withing a multidisciplinary team environment
• Identity as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander

Consideration is also given to a Registered or Enrolled Nurse who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

What we offer:

• A safe, secure and healthy working environment
• Excellent job security
• Competitive salaries
• Professional development opportunities
• Many other employee (and family) benefits
• Fitness Passport – Subsidised Gym Membership

Additional Information

To obtain further information, please click here to download the position description or contact the Human Resources Team at Fulham Correctional Centre on (03) 5142 3830 or via email FulhamHR@geogroup.com.au.

How to Apply

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Applications must include a resume and a one-page cover letter.

Applications Close Midnight Friday 22nd November 2024

We are always looking for people to join our company who share the values that we stand for:

INTEGRITY   RESPECT   ACCOUNTABLE   AGILE   INNOVATIVE