Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer

at  SA Health

Job no: 889369
Work type: Part time
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Aboriginal Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – Elizabeth Vale
• Salary: $76,561 - $80,256 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – ASO4
• Temporary Part-Time – working 18.75 hours per week, up to 31 December 2025

ABOUT YOU:

Are you dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.
To excel in this position, you will possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, combined with a genuine commitment to improving Aboriginal health outcomes. Your ability to build trust and establish meaningful connections with Aboriginal communities will be instrumental in achieving positive change.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services to all South Australians.

ABOUT US:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.
At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a driven and passionate Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer to join our team within the Child Protection Service.
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.
The Child Protection Service (CPS) Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is one of three specialist medical and psychosocial assessment units in South Australia, providing services to children who have been, or are suspected to have experienced, abuse and neglect. While the primary clinical workload is assessment, ongoing therapeutic work may also be undertaken. The Child Protection Service provides assessments and/or interventions (psychological, forensic, medical, or developmental) for infants, children and adolescents aged between 0-18 years of age, and their families, following allegations of sexual, physical or emotional abuse or neglect. This includes antenatal assessments of high risk infants and comprehensive health and developmental assessments of children in out of home care.
In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the delivery of culturally appropriate and responsive healthcare services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Your responsibilities will encompass engaging with patients, families and community members to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met.
As an Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals, facilitate effective communication and advocate for culturally safe practices. Your deep understanding of Aboriginal cultural values, traditions and protocols will guide your efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for Aboriginal patients and their families.
In accordance with Sections 30(1), 52(1) and 103 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 only applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent may apply.
To be eligible for this position, you must hold Certificate IV in Aboriginal &/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (Practice or Community Care).

ROLE DESCRIPTION AND FURTHER INFORMATION:

• Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
  Advertised: 10 Jan 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
  Applications close: 24 Jan 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time