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Sexual Health and BBV Program Coordinator

Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia
  • Location: Highgate
  • Employment Type: Full Time (1.0FTE)
  • Employment Category: Maximum Term Contract until 30 August 2022 (Parental Leave Contract)
  • Remuneration: $86,569.58 - $92,340.88 per annum + superannuation + salary sacrifice
  • Commence: ASAP

The Sexual Health and BBVs Program Coordinator directly reports to and is accountable to the Executive Manager - Public Health and Continuous Quality Improvement and forms part of the broader Public Health and CQI Work Unit. The position is primarily responsible for providing expert sexual health and blood borne virus advice and support to Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services and key external stakeholders and partners such as Hepatitis WA and the WA AIDS Council with the aim of decreasing the incidence of STIs in Aboriginal peoples of Western Australia.

This position is also responsible for the coordination, planning, development, implementation and evaluation of collaborative activities associated with the Sexual Health, Blood Borne Viruses and Hepatitis C programs as per the funding grant agreements, and assist in the development and delivery of professional development programs to the AHCWA Member Services. This position will work closely with the other Public Health and CQI Work Unit members, and Policy, Advocacy and Strategy Work Units to maintain a position and view across policy agendas that impact on Sexual Health in remote communities and promote Aboriginal health advocacy where it relates to STIs and BBVs.

To view the full position description and selection criteria, click here or visit www.ahcwa.org.au

About You

To be considered for this position, you must have:

  • Possession of a relevant clinical qualification i.e. Aboriginal Health Worker / Aboriginal Health Practitioner or Registered Nurse.
  • Relevant clinical knowledge, skills and a minimum 5 years' experience within the sexual health field.
  • Possession of a current Western Australian Working with Children Card.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to develop strategies, ideas and opportunities to resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • A leadership style that develops, coaches and empowers employees to achieve the best possible outcomes of client and clinical service delivery.
  • Knowledge and/or an understanding of the current trends and issues affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities throughout the state.
  • Demonstrated experience in planning, implementing and evaluating public health programs, education and training for a diverse range of audiences.
  • Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication and highly developed interpersonal skills including consultation skills and the ability to proactively establish and sustain effective stakeholder relationships.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of clinical quality improvement practices in primary health care with a focus on sexual health and blood borne viruses.
  • Demonstrated ability to uphold the principles of cultural safety including an ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Ideally

In addition to be above, we are looking for someone who:

  • The person identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and is acknowledged as such by their community.
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110) or working towards it or willingness to attain.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and best practice and assessment practices.
  • Experience working within the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector and a strong understanding and commitment to the sectors principles.
  • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency as a Registered Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner.

The position involves working within a multicultural organisation where the majority of employees, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Please note: In addition to the above skills and experience, the successful candidate will require an unrestricted WA "C" Class Driver's Licence, and be required to submit a National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months) prior to appointment.

Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement, such as an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant working visa.

About the Benefits

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $86,569.58 - $92,340.88 per annum plus superannuation.

You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take home pay. In addition, you will have access to a number of fantastic benefits including:

  • Flexible work arrangements and a family friendly work environment
  • Support to further invest in your career through additional training and development
  • Up to 10 days' Study Leave per year
  • 17.5% Annual Leave loading
  • Bring Your Dog To Work Day
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Up to 2 days' Volunteer Leave per year
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives

Please note there is no closing date for this position. Applications will be assessed on submission and interviews scheduled accordingly. We encourage interested candidates to express their interest without delay!

For further information about this position please call a People and Culture Representative on 08 9227 1631.

As per section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) AHCWA actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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