Current Vacancies

Aboriginal Health Practitioner / Health Practitioner Clinical Services

This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.

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Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week

Summary of Position:

This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.

The primary function of this position is to provide high quality health care including assessment, examination, treatment, and case management, along with contributing to the development of models of holistic health incorporating continuity of care.

To view a copy of the JDF (Aboriginal Health Practitioner) Click Here

To view a copy of the JDF (Health Practitioner) Click Here

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Aboriginal Health Practitioner / Health Practitioner – Mobile Clinic

This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.

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Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week

Summary of the Position:

This position works within a small team environment with the aim of improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care services.

The primary function of this position is to provide high quality health care including assessment, examination, treatment and case management, along with contributing to the development of models of holistic health incorporating continuity of care.

This position requires travel to the Northern and Southern Goldfields areas on a regular basis, up to 3-4 days at a time.

To view a copy of the JDF (Aboriginal Health Practitioner) Click Here

To view a copy of the JDF (Health Practitioner) Click Here 

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Aboriginal Health Practitioner Educator

To coordinate and facilitate delivery of HLT40213 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice and other training products on the RTO scope in line with Nindila’s policies and procedures in a time efficient manner and in consultation with the Training Manager.

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Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week

Summary of  the Position:

To coordinate and facilitate delivery of HLT40213 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice and other training products on the RTO scope in line with Nindila’s policies and procedures in a time efficient manner and in consultation with the Training Manager.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

ESSENTIAL:

  • HLT40213 Certificate IV Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice.
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent.
  • Current or able to obtain AHPRA registration.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate effective and appropriate training and education programs.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of the role of Health Professionals and Aboriginal Health Practitioners (Workers).
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs;
  • Current Working with Children Check and Current Police Clearance (valid within 3 months)

DESIRABLE:

  • Knowledge and experience in Phlebotomy and Pathology Collections.
  • Knowledge of 2015 RTO Standards.
  • Knowledge of Communicare.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
  • WA “C” Class drivers’ licence.
  • Demonstrated high-level word processing skills and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages.
  • Ability to travel around the region as required.

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Casual Transport officer - New Directions

The Client Transport Officer will be required to work transporting supplies, equipment and clients to and from BGHS Clinic, and or specialist clinics including emergency transfer and undertaking field work as required.

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COMPETENCY PROFILE FOR THIS POSITION

Competencies are the specific knowledge, skills and attributes needed to successfully undertake this role. The profile is used for recruitment, performance review, planning, and training and development activities.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIAL:

  • Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and control workloads and resources to meet priorities, deadlines with minimal supervision;
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team;
  • Ability to work outside normal office hours if required;
  • Sensitivity and understand of issues affecting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and communities;
  • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality;
  • Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
  • Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence and other licence required to carry out duties;
  • Current Working with Children Check, Police Clearance (valid within 3 months) and First Aid Certificate

Due to Transporting women throughout their pregnancy; (antenatal and postnatal care) and to align with Bega's provision of culturally safe and competent care applications are sought from female licence holders.

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Community Care Educator

To deliver education and training of potential Aboriginal Health Workers in Primary Health Care and other training products on the RTO scope in line with Nindila’s policies and procedures in a time efficient manner and in consultation with the Training Manager.

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Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week

Summary of  the Position:

To deliver education and training of potential Aboriginal Health Workers in Primary Health Care and other training products on the RTO scope in line with Nindila’s policies and procedures in a time efficient manner and in consultation with the Training Manager.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

ESSENTIAL:

  • Certificate IV or Higher in Mental Health or Community Services Qualifications.
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate effective and appropriate training and education programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of Primary Health Care
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs;
  • Current Working with Children Check and Current Police Clearance (valid within 3 months)

DESIRABLE:

  • Knowledge of 2015 RTO Standards.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
  • WA “C” Class drivers’ licence.
  • Demonstrated high-level word processing skills and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages.
  • Ability to travel around the region as required.

To view a copy of the JDF click here 

 

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General Practitioner

This position is a highly varied role that will see you working as part of a multi-disciplinary clinic team to deliver a comprehensive, holistic, culturally appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the Goldfields Region.

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Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours per week

Summary of the Position:

This position is a highly varied role that will see you working as part of a multi-disciplinary clinic team to deliver a comprehensive, holistic, culturally appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the Goldfields Region.

Actively participates as a member of the Bega clinic team to ensure the delivery of quality comprehensive primary, emergency and related health services and programs to Bega’s clients;

Ensure Bega and clients benefit from all Medicare approved service opportunities, including the active pursuit of and participation in initiatives such as the GPMP/TCA, Adult Health Checks, Child Health Checks, GP Management Plans and Team Care Plans based on the levels of training, and as per national KPI standards as may be operative from time to time;

To be considered for this position, you must have:

  • Relevant qualification and registration with AHPRA as a Medical Practitioner
  • Demonstrated understanding of the principles of comprehensive primary health care and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services
  • Primary health care experience with advanced clinical skills and competencies needed to work effectively within an Aboriginal primary health care setting
  • Understanding of the issues affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people including social determinants of health
  • Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with people from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds
  • Demonstrated understanding of applicable accreditation standards including RACGP
  • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy
  • Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities

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Human Resources Officer

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Human Resources Officer will provide the delivery of a full range of human resources services within BGHS.

The Human Resources Officer is responsible for providing support in the various human resources and functions, which include but not limited to recruitment, staffing, training and development, performance, monitoring and employee counselling.

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Type: Permanent 

Position Term: 37.5 Hours Per Week

Summary of  the Position:

The Human Resources Officer will provide the delivery of a full range of human resources services within BGHS. The Human Resources Officer is responsible for providing support in the various human resources and functions, which include but not limited to recruitment, staffing, training and development, performance, monitoring and employee counselling

To be considered for this position, you must have:

ESSENTIAL:

  • Knowledge of employment legislation and experience of HR functions and best practice.
  • Knowledge of human resource management software (ie Connx)
  • Posess qualification in Human Resources and/or business administration (Desirable)
  • Current Working with Children Check (vulnerable people) and National Police Clearance (within 3 months);
  • Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence;


Our Benefits:
· Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with one hour lunch;
· Four (4) Weeks Annual Leave plus 17.5% Annual leave Loading;
· Tax Free Salary Packaging up to $15,900.00 per FBT Year;
· Up to $600.00 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing Program;
· Paid 2-Week End of Year Shutdown, Subject to achieving satisafactory attendance rate;
· Long Service Leave After 7 Years;
· Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
· Leadership Development Program;
· Flexible Work Environment with regular staff appreciation functions;
· Extensive Professional Development & Internal Promotion with Career Development Opportunities;

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Maternal Support Worker

About the Opportunity:

The Maternal Support Worker position Under the direction of the Maternal Child Health (MCH) Coordinator, provides client support and administrative assistance for the New Directions team in an effective and efficient manner which fully supports the delivery of high quality, culturally appropriate services and activities.

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Maternal Support Worker 

Are you looking for your next career move and want to join a dynamic and  professional team working in a positive and rewarding environment? If so, then this position may be for you.

Bega Garnbirringu Health Service (Bega) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health
Organisation (ACCHO) located in Kalgoorlie-Boulder and has been  providing Culturally
appropriate healthcare services to Aboriginal communities across the Goldfields region for the past 38 years.   Bega is currently preparing for a period of future growth and as such is seeking applications from suitably qualified and motivated individuals to build Bega’s workforce to meet current and future service delivery demands.

About You:

To be considered for this position you will have:

 

COMPETENCY PROFILE FOR THIS POSITION

Competencies are the specific knowledge, skills and attributes needed to successfully undertake this role. The profile is used for recruitment, performance review, planning, and training and development activities.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIAL:

  • High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health;
  • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
  • Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
  • Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities;
  • WA “C” Class drivers’ licence;
  • A current Working With Children’s Check

DESIRABLE:

  • Nil.

Conditions of Appointment:

Provide Bega Garnbirringu Health Service with the following requirements prior to commencement of employment;

 

 

Our Benefits;

  • 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday; 08:00am – 4:00pm
  • Above Award remuneration rates;
  • 17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
  • Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
  • Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program;
  • Paid 2-week shutdown at the end of the year (Subject to subject to organisational KPI’s and Board approval).
  • Long Service Leave after 7 years;
  • Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination;
  • Leadership Development program;
  • Flexible work environment;
  • Extensive Professional Development opportunities;
  • Internal promotion and career development opportunities;
  • Regular staff appreciation functions;

 

Submit your CV along with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the person for this role.

A copy of the Position Description can be downloaded at www.bega.org.au or email your application to recruitment@bega.org.au  or phone the HR Team on (08) 90225500


Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please note there is no closing date for this position.  Applications will be assessed on submission and interviews scheduled accordingly. 

 

 

 

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NDIS Remote Community Connector – Male

It is the role of the Remote Community Connector to inform, educate and assist indigenous people when signing up and accessing the NDIS. This position aims to ensure the pathway process through to the National Disability Insurance Scheme is as transitional as possible. Remote Community Connectors are required to maintain connections and communication between the participants, their services, providers, and the NDIS to ensure their needs are met.

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Type: Fixed Term – 12 Month Term Contract

Position Term: 12 Month Contract: 37.5 Hours Per Week

Summary of  the Position:

It is the role of the Remote Community Connector to inform, educate and assist indigenous people when signing up and accessing the NDIS. This position aims to ensure the pathway process through to the National Disability Insurance Scheme is as transitional as possible. Remote Community Connectors are required to maintain connections and communication between the participants, their services, providers, and the NDIS to ensure their needs are met.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

ESSENTIAL:

  • Aboriginality is essential under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act of 1984;
  • Have the ability to cultivate professional working relationships with participants and their families;
  • Have demonstrated skills to communicate culturally and appropriately with community members;
  • Ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
  • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
  • Sound problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met;
  • Work effectively as a member of a team;
  • Ability to travel on outreach throughout the Goldfields region as required;
  • Be able to satisfactorily gain NDIS Screening
  • Current Working with Children Check (vulnerable people) and National Police Clearance (within 3 months);
  • Current WA “C” Class drivers’ licence;

DESIRABLE:

  • Understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS);
  • Basic Computer Skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

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SEWB Counsellor Male (SEWB Pilot Program)

The Counsellor reports to and is directly accountable to the Cultural & Clinical Lead and is responsible for providing support in the delivery of Social and Emotional Wellbeing care to clients. The Counsellor forms part of the SEWB Multi Disciplinary team and works collaboratively with the team and Bega staff.

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Type: Permanent  Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours Per Week

Summary of  the Position:

The Counsellor reports to and is directly accountable to the Cultural & Clinical Lead and is responsible for providing support in the delivery of Social and Emotional Wellbeing care to clients. The Counsellor forms part of the SEWB Multi Disciplinary team and works collaboratively with the team and Bega staff.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling or Psychology and/or appropriate professional registration in Western Australia;
  • Minimum 3 years experience working in mental health and/or drugs and alcohol) settings;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current issues, standards and trends in the delivery of mental health and SEWB services to Aboriginal people;
  • Effective organisational and time management skills, the capacity to successfully manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines;
  • Highly developed Interpersonal skills;
  • Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, policy development and data collection;
  • Knowledge of the local community able to travel throughout the Goldfields Regions;
  • Demonstrated assessment, case management and treatment skills
  • High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
  • Current Police Clearance (within 3 months) and Working With Children Check;
  • Ability to travel and stay overnight/s as required;
  • Current WA ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence.

Desirable:

  • Aboriginality is advantageous in this role but is not an essential requirement;
  • Hold accreditation with the AASW or specific field of service governing body, with the possession of a Medical Provider Number (or working towards);
  • Membership with the Australian Counselling Association or equivalent.

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SEWB Outreach Worker Male 50(d) (SEWB Pilot Program)

The SEWB Outreach Worker will be responsible for providing support to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and communities to strengthen their Social and Emotional Well-Being by connecting them to health care services, specialist services and culturally appropriate programs and activities. This position will support and run activities which promote education, prevention and early intervention for Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islander people with social and emotional wellbeing issues consistent with the SEWB Model of Service.

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Type: Permanent  Full Time

Position Term: Ongoing, 37.5 Hours Per Week

Summary of  the Position:
The SEWB Outreach Worker will be responsible for providing support to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and communities to strengthen their Social and Emotional Well-Being by connecting them to health care services, specialist services and culturally appropriate programs and activities. This position will support and run activities which promote education, prevention and early intervention for Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islander people with social and emotional wellbeing issues consistent with the SEWB Model of Service.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

  • A qualification and experience in Community Service, Aboriginal Health Work, Social Work or equivalent;
  • Aboriginality is an essential criterion and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA);
  • Proven ability to build rapport, communicate and develop respectful and professional
    relationships with ATSI people;
  • Experience working with Aboriginal people in the area of social and emotional wellbeing;
  • Ability to plan and present promotional events which support the SEWB of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;
  • Ability to develop and deliver SEWB activities and programs for ATSI people;
  • Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team, as well as independently when required;
  • Ability to use initiative and creativity to achieve service outcomes;
  • Strong ability to build strategic partnerships;
  • Ability to undertake regular travel and overnight/s stay
  • Computer literacy, proficiency in Microsoft suit
  • Current ‘C’ class drivers licence
  • Current National Police Clearance (valid within 3 months)
  • Current Working with Children Check

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Tobacco Action Worker – Male

This position will assist in the delivery of a culturally appropriate smoking cessation program, tailored to the needs of the communities within the Goldfields region. This position forms part of a multidisciplinary team and will contribute to promoting, undertaking and supporting a range of programs, activities and workshops regarding strategies to address quitting smoking; and contribute to the development and provision of community education and engagement regarding the effects of tobacco and supporting healthy living.

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Type: Full Time

Position Term: Full Time, Ongoing

Summary of  the Position:

This position will assist in the delivery of a culturally appropriate smoking cessation program, tailored to the needs of the communities within the Goldfields region.

This position forms part of a multidisciplinary team and will contribute to promoting, undertaking and supporting a range of programs, activities and workshops regarding strategies to address quitting smoking; and contribute to the development and provision of community education and engagement regarding the effects of tobacco and supporting healthy living.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

ESSENTIAL:

  • Demonstrated and applied understanding of smoking cessation principles and strategies
  • Demonstrated experience in developing, planning, implementing and evaluating smoking cessation programs
  • Sound interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to develop meaningful relationships whilst respecting traditional culture and values
  • Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy
  • Work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health
  • Ability to travel within the Goldfields community and stay overnight/s
  • WA “C” Class drivers’ licence
  • Current Working with Children Check WA
  • Current National Criminal History Check Certificate (Police Clearance – valid within 3 months)

DESIRABLE:

  • Qualification and / or experience in health promotion, primary health care or population health
  • Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Proficient computer skills

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