Aboriginal Population Health Programs Coordinator

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. 
The SESLHD Aboriginal Population Health Programs Coordinator will lead projects to address needs of the Aboriginal population as relevant to Population and Community Health (PaCH) services. 

This PaCH role is hosted by the Health Equity, Promotion and Prevention Service, and will support collaboration and coordination of Aboriginal health initiatives across PaCH services and other SESLHD facilities and directorates. The role will work closely and collaboratively with the SESLHD Aboriginal Health Unit (AHU). 
The position will work flexibly on various projects, initially including but not limited to: 
 

• Finalisation of a procedure to harmonise social supports available for Aboriginal clients and families across the district (in collaboration with social work and the AHU).
• Improving vaccination rates among Aboriginal people in SESLHD, especially in relation to COVID-19 vaccination where rates for Aboriginal people are substantially lower than for non-Aboriginal people (in collaboration with the PHU and the AHU).
• 'Housing for Health’ for Aboriginal people in SESLHD (with the PHU and AHU).
• Supporting the operational work of the PHU as requested in regard to outbreak investigation and control, emergency management, and operational research, with a focus on Aboriginal people.

Priorities addressed will be consistent with and complementary to the SESLHD Burudi Muru Yagu Aboriginal Health Plan, and to the strategic directions within the NSW Ministry of Health, including the NSW Aboriginal Health Plan and the NSW Aboriginal Health dashboard. 

Benefits:

•    Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
•    Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
•    Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
•    Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
•    Discounted Private Health Insurance.

Selection Criteria

1. Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW).
2. Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or social sciences, or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working in Aboriginal health and knowledge in project management involving vulnerable populations designed to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequities.
4. Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and influencing skills, with a strong customer service approach.
5. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders.
6. Demonstrated high level analytical and problem-solving skills that lead to the development of innovative solutions to improve service delivery.
7. Demonstrated ability to assist in the development of policy and processes in accordance with approved guidelines.
8. A willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position

Need more information? 
 1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
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For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Brady on ************@health.nsw.gov.au

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Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. 

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. 

Information For Applicants
 

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (***************@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website