Description:
Join Oseca – Empowering Wellbeing, Building Thriving Communities
Position Title: Aboriginal Health Practitioner (Part-time) x 1 Male & 1 Female
Location: Mandurah
Aboriginality is a requirement of this position, as identified under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
About Us
At Nidjalla Waangan Mia (NWM) Aboriginal Health Service, we’ve been dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Bindjareb region (Mandurah, Pinjarra, Waroona, Yarloop, and North Dandalup) since 2010. With a strong reputation for delivering culturally appropriate care to nearly 2,000 active Aboriginal clients, NWM continues to grow under management of Oseca, a not-for-profit, community-based organisation with a proud 30-year history of empowering individuals and communities.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking two dedicated and passionate Aboriginal Health Practitioners to join our team on a part-time basis of 37 hours per fortnight being .5 of an FTE (flexibility is on offer).
In this role, you will ensure accessible, comprehensive care for Aboriginal communities by building strong relationships, promoting culturally appropriate health programs and facilitating access to primary health services. You will support and empower individuals through health assessments, home visits and care coordination and aim to strengthen and improve community health outcomes.
Key Components of the Role
- Community Engagement : Build and maintain strong connections with local Aboriginal communities to support access to health services and address health-related concerns.
- Health Promotion: Plan and deliver culturally appropriate health promotion pro-grams aligned with the annual service delivery plan.
- Client Support & Care: Conduct home visits, health assessments, and provide transportation, while coordinating care with General Practitioners for Aboriginal health checks and follow-up.
- Collaboration : Work with local health teams, Aboriginal Liaison Officers, and various health professionals to enhance access to services like chronic disease care, health checks, and PBS co-payment measures.
- Documentation & Team Participation: Maintain accurate records of client interactions and actively engage in team meetings and community consultations to ensure effective service delivery.
What you bring
- Qualified Aboriginal Health Worker or Registered Nurse
- Identify a person of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Descent (50D)
- Current registration with relevant professional body
Essential Requirements: To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria:
- The right to work in Australia
- A valid WA driver’s license
- A valid and clear police check
- A Working with Children Check (WWC)
Why Work with Us?
This position offers the perfect balance between a fulfilling career and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation. In addition, we offer:
- Salary packaging options as a Health Promotion Charity
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Rewarding career supporting those in need, for better health outcomes
How to Apply
Please click on the Quick Apply button and submit your resume and a covering letter highlighting how you meet the requirements of the role.
For a copy of the Position Description, or assistance with your application, please e-mail people@oseca.com.au.
For more information about Oseca and our work in empowering health and wellbeing, visit www.oseca.com.au
We believe that wellbeing is the foundation of thriving communities, and we are deeply committed to breaking down barriers to healthcare with compassionate, inclusive services that make a lasting difference.
At Oseca we are dedicated to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.