Health Transition To Adulthood (Htta) Project Officer

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Wirraka Maya Health Services Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service designed to ensure our clients' journey through the health system meets their medical, health, social and cultural needs with a vision that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Pilbara have the opportunity to live a health life, with access to culturally appropriate, holistic primary and allied healthcare; social and emotional wellbeing services and education.

Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with other staff at WMHSAC and external agencies in implementing education and health promotion for Aboriginal children and youth
• Work closely with clients to provide support, assistance and guidance in dealing with issues affecting Aboriginal children and youth in the area (e.g. risk of exposure to drug and alcohol abuse, risk of exposure to sexually transmittable diseases, reducing the uptake of tobacco, alcohol or illicit drugs, access to upskilling and empowerment within the community)
• Identify opportunities to educate Aboriginal children, youth and their families by addressing key areas of concern through provision of intervention programs
• Provide support to other agencies and community workers in working with Aboriginal children and youth and building resilience
• Identify opportunities to support Aboriginal children and youth in further education, upskilling and self-improvement, working closely with other agencies
• Provide advice, education and referrals for clients as necessary
• Work collaboratively with other staff including clinic staff, and other SEWB staff on client care
• Work in accordance with the funding requirements

If you believe this role is the perfect fit for you, we'd love to hear from you!