Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 13th Mar 2024
- Perth > East Perth
The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.
A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:
The Elders Connect Support Worker (ECSW) is a pivotal role within the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) focusing on enhancing the well-being and quality of life of elder community members. The primary responsibility of this role is to connect with local Elders, older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families to raise awareness of their aged care entitlements. The ECSW will work closely with the Elders Connect Support Coordinator.
This will be a Full-time fixed term contract which expires on 30 June 2025.
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A copy of the full Job Description can be obtained by contacting People Services Team on 1300 420 272 or [email protected] using the subject line: Elders Connect Support Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.
The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.