Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 30 September 2024 Location: Miller Community Health Centre Position Classification: Exercise Physiologist Level 3, Dietitian Level 3, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Psychologist, Physiotherapist Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3 Remuneration: Exercise Physiologist Level 3: $2,081.21 - $2,148.65 per week Dietitian Level 3: $2,081.21 - $2,148.65 per week Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2: $2,107.09 – $2,176.29 per week Psychologist: $1,432.42 - $2,096.58 per week Physiotherapist Level 3: $2,081.21 - $2,148.65 per week Occupational Therapist Level 3: $2,081.21 - $2,148.65 per week Requisition ID: REQ472073 Application Close Date: 10/03/2024 Interview Date Range : 13/03/024 – 20/03/2024 Contact Details: Maree Tohi – (02) 8781 8020 | Maree.tohihealth.nsw.gov.au ??This position is advertised under the SWSLHD Aboriginal Targeted Recruitment Program. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants may have to cite their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage, in addition to the selection criteria.?? About you Are you passionate about working with our Local Aboriginal Community? Do you have experience in working with Chronic Health Disease management, and education? Do you have exceptional computer skills? About The Opportunity ACCP are currently looking for an amazing Care Coordinator to join our team/family. The ACCP team is a small but mighty multidisciplinary team made up of Aboriginal Health Workers/Practitioners, Care coordinators, Dietitians, Admin, CNC’s, Clinical Team Leader, Facility Manager and ACCP Program Manager. The team covers the whole SWSLHD with 3 office/clinic sites across the district – Wellama (Bankstown), Budyari (Miller) and ACCP offices (Miller). The team has a big focus on not only the wellbeing of our clients but also each other. The team works collaboratively in the provision of specialist services to Aboriginal patients and their families with chronic and/or complex needs in a culturally safe, patient centered way to facilitate optimal health outcomes. The position aims to ‘Close the Gap’ in health disparities for Aboriginal people by addressing their chronic and complex health conditions and contributing factors. What You'll be Doing The position is responsible for the provision of culturally safe, patient centred-care coordination services to Aboriginal patients and their families with chronic and/or complex needs. The position will work collaboratively with an Aboriginal Health Worker to provide assessment, care coordination, and education to patients, families and carers that take into account clinical, psychosocial and cultural needs. Where You'll Be Working South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park. The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates. As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips. How to Apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible. Aboriginality – this position has been advertised under the SWSLHD Aboriginal Targeted Recruitment Program. This means Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, where found suitable, will be given higher priority. Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander? If so, please tell us about your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage, including a brief description of your family and community connections. Current registration with AHPRA as a practicing Registered Nurse, Psychologist, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist or professional qualifications in Social Work, Exercise Physiology or Dietetics which provides eligibility to the relevant professional association. CNS Grade 2: 3 years relevant Full Time equivalent post registration experience and approved post graduate nursing/midwifery qualifications in a field relevant to the specialty field or such other qualification or experience deemed appropriate by the organisation. Demonstrated understanding of the range of factors that have influenced the health status of Aboriginal communities Demonstrated extensive post graduate experience in the delivery of culturally safe chronic and complex health care coordination services for Aboriginal communities. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of advanced evidenced based chronic disease management services Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace Demonstrated experience with effective health coaching techniques and realistic goal setting for patients with complex needs. Current unrestricted Australian drivers licence (P2 Licence Acceptable) subject to obtaining NSW drivers licence within 3 months of appointment. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position Additional Information Stepping Up – Close the Gap Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal applicants understand how to apply for roles with NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role within South Western Sydney Local Health District, please contact the SWSLHD Aboriginal Workforce Team on SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforcehealth.nsw.gov.au Workplace Giving Program South Western Sydney Local Health District employees also have the opportunity to make a difference to help those less fortunate. Visit the Workplace Giving Program for more information. Salary Packaging South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details. Transforming Your Experience Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ?? Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ?? background, people with a disability and people from the L G B T Q I community to apply. All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. 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