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Aboriginal Community Care Worker - (50D)CASUAL

To provide a safe, care orientated environment which persons found intoxicated in public may sober up, therefore diverting them from police lock ups.

ESSENTIAL:

Ability to communicate with Indigenous people from different communities and interest groups
Basic Computer knowledge
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a community-based organisation
Ability to work out of hours and on a roster basis
Cross cultural sensitivity and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal Communities and people
Demonstrate a high commitment to Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing and customer service
A high level of integrity and ethical practice
Adaptable and flexible
Energy and initiative
Customer service, responsiveness and team focus
Stress tolerance
Professional manner
Self-motivated and proactive
Ability to assess and identify areas for improvement and development across the organisation
Attention to detail
Have a current WA ‘C’ class licence or the ability to obtain one
Possess current Police Check or ability to obtain one
Possess current working with children check or ability to obtain one
Able to work night shift
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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. This position will involve a high level of engagement and collaboration with key stakeholders including consumers and their families and carers, Bega employees, General Practitioners, local health district staff, Department of Education and other government and non-government organisations.

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 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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Youth Worker

To provide an ethical, holistic, accountable and culturally appropriate youth support service by delivering practical and emotional support programs and assist young people to develop skills and make positive changes in their lives.

To be successful, you will have the following:

Tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in Youth Work;
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health;
Current knowledge and ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate individual and group programs;
Demonstrated efficient and effective time and caseload management skills;
Demonstrated ability to work independently or as a member of a multi-disciplinary team;
High developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to relate well to others and demonstrated ability to develop strong and productive partnerships with the Aboriginal Community, Bega employees and liaise effectively with key stakeholders;
Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy;
Current Police Certificate (within 3 months) and Working with Children’s Check.
WA “C” Class drivers’ licence
Valid Working with Children Check (WA)
Ability to travel and stay overnight/s

Employee Benefits:

37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday;
Above Award remuneration rates;
17.5% Annual Leave Loading;
Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year;
Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at end of year, this being subject to a 95% attendance rate.
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;
Up to $600 p/a subsidised Health & Wellbeing program.