Pathways To Good Health Navigator

Mungabareena Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a dedicated Pathways to Good Health Navigator.The Pathways to Good Health Navigator role is essential in ensuring Aboriginal children and young people entering care receive timely and priority access to health assessments, including age-appropriate screenings, '715' health checks, and maternal & child health assessments.Navigators will work closely with children and their carers to guide them, linking them to internal services within the Local ACCO and external providers through partnerships established by the Coordinator and Mungabareena Aboriginal Corporation.Key responsibilities include : Offering culturally safe and responsive services by clarifying health and wellbeing processes, reducing fear and uncertainty, and ensuring understanding of access to necessary services.Identifying unmet health and wellbeing needs and navigating barriers to engagement with a flexible care model.Coordinating referrals and follow-ups to ensure continuous care and access to specialists or support services.Developing health and wellbeing management plans and coordinating client care with a multidisciplinary team, including participating in case consultations and care team meetings.Serving as a liaison between carers, children, and healthcare providers to ensure proper understanding and execution of appointments, care plans, and health assessments.Collaborating with team members and external services to meet each child's health needs promptly and comprehensively.It is vital that services provided are culturally safe, responsive, and supportive, empowering families to navigate the complex care system holistically, with a focus on social, emotional, and wellbeing aspects.How to ApplyIf you are passionate about working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and ensuring timely health assessments for children entering care, we would love to hear from you.Please APPLY NOW via Seek, uploading your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.Applicants must address the key selection criteria.For a confidential discussion, contact our WorkBetter HR team at 02 6009 1000.Unlock job insightsSalary, number of applicants, skills matchYour application will include the following questions : Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have experience working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities?Do you have reconciliation experience?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have a current Australian driver's license?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Locations include Wodonga, Yarra Valley & High Country VIC; Cooktown, Cairns & Far North QLD; Yalata, Coober Pedy & Outback SA.Posted 13 days agoOther roles : Activities Officer, Aged Care Team LeaderAdditional career resources available for researching careers and tips.

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