CNC Diabetes Education

Key Responsibilities:

• The CNC Diabetes Education position works closely with General Practitioners, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Registered Nurses and practice administration staff to provide a comprehensive diabetes service for the people with diabetes and their families.
• Ability to be flexible, multi-skilled and able to work with individuals who may be difficult to engage. 
• Provide advanced clinical care, coordination of care, self-management support, and education of clinical staff and patients, running education and professional development. 
•  This role works closely with the visiting specialist endocrinology team, ensuring preparation of patients for clinics and follow up care is actioned.

To Be Successful:

• Current unconditional registration with AHPRA as an registered nurse 
• Holds a Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Diabetes Education through a recognised Australian University. 
• Credentialed Diabetes Educator with ADEA (Australian Diabetes Educators Association) or able to obtain this accreditation within 12 months of commencing employment 
• Ability to titrate insulin and GLP-1 injectable medication.
• Current Venipuncture CPD certificate. 
• Ability to work with Aboriginal staff and communities in a way that fosters mutual respect.
• Demonstrated experience working in a multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver prevention, early detection and chronic disease management programs. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, liaise and network with a range of health services and GP’s. 
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the principles of primary health care and how they apply to the prevention and management of chronic disease.
• Ability to work effectively in a community based setting and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. 

Salary up to $130,000 gross per annum plus superannuation. 

(Depending on qualifications and years of experience)

Incentives for this position

• Supported Rural Generalist Training for eligible applicants (conditions apply)
• Retention bonus of $10,000 paid following 1 and 2 years of full time service
• Temporary accommodation for 8 weeks
• Relocation assistance to help you get to Broken Hill
• Compassionate travel allowance to keep in touch with your family - $600 allowance on completion of each 6 months of service for 2 years.

Maari Ma offers a great range of benefits including:

• Working Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• Christmas Closure including additional paid leave to cover the period (4 days)
• Public holidays off
• Paid accrued day off (for full time employees up to 12 per year)
• Flexible leave accrual
• Remote allowance
• Generous Salary Packaging, standard up to $15,900 per year. Plus access to Salary Packaging Novated Leasing, Meal Entertainment and Accommodation card and Remote Area Benefits to increase the standard amount you can salary package – full benefits go to the employee.
• Supported advanced education and training and excellent personal development opportunities
• Access to use our accredited health care service for you and your family (conditions apply).
• Access to free and confidential Employment Assistance Program.
• CPI increases annually.

TO DISCUSS the role please contact Claire Allan  on 0447 807 183 or email claire.allan@maarima.com.au     

APPLY ONLINE - please go to the “Working with us” page of our website. www.maarima.com.au/employment

Applications Close when position is filled

• All Maari Ma Aboriginal Health employees are required to have two doses of a COVID-19 vaccination or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate.
• Maari Ma acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land in which we live, and we pay our respect to their Elders both past and present and emerging.

The Location:

We are proud to work on Paakintji country. The Oasis of the Outback, Broken Hill is a living, breathing time capsule where the local Aboriginal Culture blends seamlessly with a rising modern art scene, all set amid a sprawling desert landscape. It is a place of huge skies, rocky red earth, and a fascinating and internationally significant history. This historic town is great for all ages and has several day-cares, primary schools, high schools, and TAFE. Beyond Broken Hill and on your doorstep, you can discover spectacular and culturally significant national parks, lush rivers and lakes, abundant wildlife, and other classic towns of outback New South Wales and beyond. Broken Hill has an airport servicing both Qantas and Rex with two-three flights a day from Sydney and Adelaide and is only a 5-hour drive from Adelaide.

• Alice Springs based Aboriginal Medical Service
• Dates available from September to November 2024
• Daily rate $1500 to $1875 
• $1000 placement bonus for working 20 days
• $400 travel bonus
• All travel, transport and accommodation provided

• $1,875  – 8 hours
• $1,500  – 4 hours

• September 30th – October 4th 2024
• November 11th – November 29th 2024

• Hours 12pm to 8pm and 12pm to 4pm  – 7 days per week
• Minimum of 5 days, with the option of working the weekend

• All transport from the nearest major airport to and from your location is arranged by NT PHN/RWA NT
• Accommodation and vehicle will be provided on placement by the health service (limited after hours access of vehicle)

• This clinic uses Communicare, with orientation provided if required

• Must have current non-restricted registration by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and general practice specialisation
• Experience working in Aboriginal Health highly advantageous

Seeking dedicated and passionate General Practitioner for a dynamic role in our Remote Health Centres in Warruwi, Minjilang and Jabiru.

About us

The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service that aims to empower Aboriginal people in the West Arnhem region, seeking to address health issues in the community with the long-term vision of improving health outcomes by establishing a regional Aboriginal community-controlled model of service delivery.

About the Team

This position is part of the Red Lily Primary Health Care team that provides remote primary health care in the West Arnhem region (including homelands). Our GPs are supported by Remote Area Nurses and Aboriginal Health Practitioners, working as a team in delivering medical services, health screening and chronic disease management outcomes.

About the role

You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary remote primary health care team, that manage client care throughout the lifespan, treat illness, promote wellbeing, provide education & training, and encourage community health action to contribute to better health outcomes.

Your role will involve the integration of Indigenous cultural imperatives in the delivery of healthcare in the context of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.

Opportunity to work within a dedicated team to advance the health outcomes of the Aboriginal community in West Arnhem region.

Benefits

• Daily rate: $1,800 per day (plus GST)
• Travel to and from placement
• Accommodation, transport while on placement
• Share your clinical talents and experience with the Red Lily Health teams allowing for innovation, collaboration, and creative service delivery
• Explore the region’s unique landscapes and people, with opportunities for fishing, hiking and swimming in the picturesque surroundings.

Our ideal candidate

• Holds specialist General Practitioner registration with Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM)
• Is an Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Has a broad-based primary care experience in a rural/remote setting, ideally in Indigenous health
• Is culturally aware with knowledge of current issues impacting remote Indigenous communities

Accreditation or experience as a GP supervisor is advantageous.

Location: Boorloo (Perth WA)
Employment Type: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Employment Category: Permanent
Remuneration: $74,935.73 - $79,931.44 per annum pro rata + superannuation + salary sacrifice

We're looking for a highly organised and professional Executive Assistant to join our team! If you are detail-oriented, capable of handling confidential information, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply for this pivotal role!

As the Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level executive and administrative support, ensuring the smooth operation of the office. You will screen phone calls and enquiries, greet visitors, and manage meeting logistics including agendas and minutes. Your role will involve drafting responses, creating and managing documents and coordinating travel arrangements. You will also assist in preparing reports and submissions, maintain a confidential executive filing system, and uphold office systems, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency.

About You

To be considered for this position, you will need to have:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant with 3-5 years' experience, with the ability to provide achievements and examples in detail;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times;
• Highly developed written communication skills including the ability to write clearly and concisely, prepare written reports and manage the output of quality information;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to multi-task, and maintain composure under pressure in a fast paced environment, while meeting strict deadlines;
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Package Software including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint etc.;
• An ability to work within a small but dynamic team, and autonomously as required; and
• Ability to show initiative and determine priorities. 

To view the full position description and selection criteria click here.

The position involves working within a multicultural organisation where the majority of workplace participants, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Please note: In addition to the above skills and experience, the successful candidate will require an unrestricted WA “C” Class Driver’s Licence, and be required to submit a National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months) prior to appointment.

Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement, such as an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant working visa.

About the Benefits

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $74,935.73 - $79,931.44 per annum pro rata plus superannuation. You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take home pay. In addition, you will have access to a number of fantastic benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements and a family friendly work environment
• Paid Christmas Shutdown period
• Up to 10 days’ Study Leave per year
• 17.5% Annual Leave loading
• Bring Your Dog To Work Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Up to 2 days’ paid Volunteer Leave per year
• Health and well-being initiatives
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 7 years' service
• Support to further invest in your career through additional training and development

Please note there is no closing date for this position. Applications will be assessed on submission and interviews scheduled accordingly. We encourage interested candidates to express their interest without delay!

For further information about this position please call Connor Browne, People and Culture Officer on 08 9227 1631.

As per section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) AHCWA actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands in which our facilities are located. We pay our respects to Elders, Community members and Community-controlled sector who partner with us to improve the health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in our district.

Remuneration: $62,512 - $116,038 per annum + super
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2025
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1-3, Registered Nurse, Aboriginal Health Worker
Location: Negotiable
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ541343
Applications Close: Monday, 6th January 2025

• One of Australia’s largest providers of Aboriginal healthcare
• We’re engaging with Aboriginal health issues
• $119,634 - $128,524 per annum + 11% superannuation

• One of Australia’s largest providers of Aboriginal healthcare
• We’re engaging with Aboriginal health issues
• Competitive Casual Hourly Rate of $76.44 – $82.12