Aboriginal Health Care Coordinator (ALERT)

Job Description:

• Permanent / Full Time position

• Excellent benefits including salary packaging
• Fitzroy location

About the Role

You will provide care coordination primarily to First Nations clients with health related goals whilst working within the Healthcare for the Homeless Program at SVHM.

• Undertake holistic comprehensive assessments in collaboration with the client, carer and/or family, using a self-management approach when appropriate

• Collaborative care planning with clients with chronic health conditions and complex needs, in the context of their health, cognition, mental status, functional ability, psychosocial, cultural, environmental and economic needs 

• Facilitation of client generated goals that are realistic, time limited and based on addressing health and wellbeing needs

• Work collaboratively with clients in the community by providing outreach support

Classifications for this position will range from:

• Registered Nurse 4A ($118,149) per annum.

• Allied Health Grade 2, Year1-4 ($90,236 - $103,724) per annum.

Your Contribution
• A health professional with qualifications relevant to ALERT Care Coordination (Social Work/Occupational Therapy/Nursing) minimum 4 years’ experience in relevant acute/community setting
• Eligible for registration/membership with AHPRA or Discipline Specific Association (where applicable).

• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain

What we Offer
• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

About ALERT

ALERT aims to improve health outcomes for people who either frequently present, or who are at risk of presenting to hospital, because of chronic disease or complex medical and / or psychosocial issues.

The key target groups for ALERT include patients with complex needs who fall under one or more of the key risk factors; substance use, mental health issues, homelessness, disability and complex aged care issues.

St Vincent’s has a strong history of partnership and advocacy with Victorian First Nations Communities. This position integrates and works closely in planning, professional development, quality activities and research within the First Nations Services. First Nations Services drives self-determination, co-design and cultural safety for First Nations people across the organisation through policy reform, improvement projects, consultation and cultural support for staff and patients.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Contact

Andrew Chan andrew.chan@svha.org.au

Closing Date:

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

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