About the Organisation

Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is a Community Controlled Health Organisation.

The Sunrise approach involves community people taking part in controlling their own health. Everything from financial management and governance, staff selection and service delivery priorities are directed by the organisation's Aboriginal Board and Community Health Committees.

About the Opportunity

Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation has a rewarding opportunity for a Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-Visiting Program Social Care Worker to join their dedicated team. This position is based in Wulgularr but will provide services to nine communities. This is a contract based position ending in July 2022.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide support, advice and education to the nurses providing the MESCH program. This includes providing culturally safe psychosocial support for the families enrolled in the program.

About the Benefits

This is an incredible opportunity to work closely with, and build the capacity of, a remote Aboriginal community in order to improve their health and wellbeing.

Your dedication will be rewarded with a highly attractive base salary circa $90,369 - $101,025 (based on skills and experience) plus super.

You will also have access to a wide range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks leave per year;
• Up to 10 days study leave;
• Access to company vehicle for work-related travel;
• Laptop and Phone;
• Accommodation for any overnight stays while working in the communities;
• Salary packaging options up to $15,899 per year.

Working at Sunrise Health Service and living in the Katherine region has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Northern Territory. With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to truly make a difference - Apply Now!