Join our highly valued Aboriginal Health Unit and make a positive impact on the wellbeing of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander patients, families and community.

Applications are invited from highly motivated individuals with experience working with East Gippsland's Aboriginal community to join our dedicated and respected Aboriginal Health team at BRHS.  

We are excited to have full time and casual positions available and flexibility to tailor position duties to align with applicant's qualifications and experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a range of professionals to perform in this role, so whether you have a Community Services, Aboriginal Health or Nursing background, we would like to hear from you.

The BRHS Aboriginal Health Unit actively supports our local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to work towards improving their health and the health of their Community.  In this role you will play an important part in ensuring the services received by Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people are culturally appropriate and meet the specific needs of individuals and their families.

Depending on your background, your role may include including assisting individuals understand the health service, conditions and treatment options, providing access, care coordination and support services, being a key resource for staff and contributing to strong partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organizations (ACCHO's).  Please read the position description for further details on the scope of the role.

Why should you apply?

• Opportunity to make an impact on the wellbeing of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander patients, families and community.
• Work in a very supportive and culturally aware environment and contribute to the outstanding and personal care our Aboriginal Health team provides.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression with programs such as our annual scholarship opportunity.
• Access an extensive range of salary packaging options to pay less tax.
• Enjoy a variety of employee health and wellbeing initiatives focused improving physical and mental health and social connection.
• A genuine organisational commitment to supporting and improving diversity, equality and inclusion.  Check out our amazing cultural garden in our residential aged care facility here

Role criteria:

• Qualification in Community Service/Development, Aboriginal Health, Registered or Enrolled Nursing or substantial relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with Aboriginal groups and services
• Strong commitment to social justice with demonstrated ability to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and empower people to self-advocate.

Interested?

For more information contact: Narelle Bragg, Acting Aboriginal Health Unit Team Leader on 03 5150 3616 or Sonia Reisenhofer, Executive, Community Wellbeing and Aged Care on 03 5150 3344

Applications close: Sunday 6th October 2024. Applications will be assessed as they are received so, please apply as soon as you can.

Applications are to be submitted by selecting "Apply Now" and are to include a covering letter and resume (including two professional referees). Your covering letter (no more than two pages), should outline why you are interested in the role and include a summary of your experience working with First Nations Peoples.  

In accordance with Victorian Public Health directions, all employees working in the Public Health system are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.