Indigenous Outreach Worker at IUIH

Windsor, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Outreach, Liaison, Community Engagement, Cultural Competency, Client Assistance, Primary Healthcare Access, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Record Keeping, Driving

Industry

Health and Human Services

Description

Join an Organisation dedicated to Closing the Gap in Indigenous Health To perform this role it is essential that the incumbent is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. About Us? The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health Ltd was established by its founding members to provide a coordinated/integrated approach to the planning, development and delivery of comprehensive primary health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations within the Southeast Qld Region. The Regional and Specialist team includes Integrated Specialist Services, Mental Health and Wellbeing Services, Primary Healthcare Services, Birthing and Early Childhood Services (South), and Child and Youth Services. Our purpose is to connect, guide, and empower teams and communities through culturally safe, transparent, and responsive ways. About the Role? The Indigenous Outreach Worker supports effective improved access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to available health care services in the designated region. This includes effective liaison with local Indigenous Communities/groups, identification of barriers to access, implementation of practical solutions and provide practical assistance to identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to manage primary health care related needs. Your day to day duties may include: Establish strong cultural ties and links with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to encourage and support the increased use of health services, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Checks, and to identify Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who would benefit from improved access to these health services. Develop and maintain productive working relationships and alliances with identified GP Clinic staff, relevant service providers, businesses and community organisations. Assist clients with attending GP consultations, including first and follow up appointments. Assist clients with non-health specific needs (such as access to Centrelink, employment, other psycho-social needs) – and record this assistance on MMEx About You? To perform this role it is essential that the incumbent is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD) Current Criminal History Check Valid Working with Children’s Check (QLD Blue Card) Valid Disability Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card) Current First Aid and CPR Certificates Desirable, but not mandatory: Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and /or communities What Can we Offer? At IUIH we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. At IUIH ‘Our Collectivity is Our Strength’. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that invites applications from all people. Be part of Australia’s largest community controlled Aboriginal Health Service. Access to “Growing Our Own Opportunities” through in-house training and programs. Weekly Staff Wellness activities and all staff ‘Gather and Grow’ yarns and award ceremonies. Opportunities to attend community events such as NAIDOC, Rugby League Carnivals and more. Onsite Presto’s Café at our Windsor Office providing a range of hot and cold beverages and healthy breakfast and lunch options. IUIH is a Community Controlled Health Service (CCHS) that leads the planning, development and delivery of health, family wellbeing and social support services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of South East Queensland. IUIH is working with our Member CCHSs to improve the health, wellbeing and economic independence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in South East Queensland, the largest and fastest growing Indigenous population in Australia.

Responsibilities

The Indigenous Outreach Worker supports improved access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to available health care services by liaising with local communities, identifying barriers, and implementing practical solutions. Duties include establishing cultural ties to encourage health service use, developing professional relationships, and assisting clients with GP appointments and non-health specific needs.