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BIOC Family Support Worker

BIOC Family Support Worker

ATSICHS BrisbaneLogan Central, QLD, AU
30+ days ago
Salary
A$72,845.00 yearly
Job description

Please note that it is a genuine requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person in accordance with s25 of the Anti-discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

About ATSICHS Brisbane

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way – supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.

ATSICHS Brisbane is a member of the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH).

See more at our website - www.atsichsbrisbane.org.au

About the role

The Family Support Worker will provide social and emotional support and health education to women and family members throughout the woman’s pregnancy and up to three years following the birth. The key functions of this role are to build culturally safe relationships, provide education, offer support, and provide appropriate referrals.

  • Identification of families who require additional support and provide internal / external referrals.
  • Develop and action in-depth holistic family case plans to address support needs.
  • Contribute to the coordination of relevant parenting, cultural, hobby, and educational classes through the Jajumbora Child and Family Centre.
  • Deliver evidence-based and culturally appropriate clinical, health promotion, and educational services to clients and their families.
  • Support and advocate for the appropriate clinical care of mothers, babies, and the wider family group throughout pregnancy, post-natal care, and through early child development (including 715 Health Checks).
  • Assist with transporting clients under the direction of the Manager.
  • Assist and collaborate with the Administration team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the hub as directed by the Manager.

Duties

1.Provision of Social Emotional Health Support.

2.Provision of Health promotion and parenting education and support.

3.Facilitating the Logan BiOC Hub client journey.

4.Partnering with BiOC Stakeholders.

5.Commit to a high level of quality management for ATSICHS through use of LogiQC quality management systems.

6. Commit to ongoing continuous quality improvement processes with annual reviews into the efficiency of the service provision.

7. Comply with ATSICHS policy and procedure in addition to other legislation, guidelines and regulation.

Cultivating productive working relationships at all levels, which support the nurturing of internal and external relationships, facilitates cooperation, trust and respect, values differences and diversity and guides, mentors and focuses on the development of staff.

Culture

Enjoy working in an organisation that makes a difference in the community. Join our friendly and supportive Health Care team that will help you grow personally and professionally. This is a career, not just a job. We are very passionate about growing and developing our employees and promoting from within. Join an organisation that truly lives our values every day, where our employees are happy to come to work.

Benefits

  • Permanent full-time position.
  • Base salary starts from $72,845 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation.
  • Great salary packaging benefits.
  • Work for and amongst Mob, contributing to great outcomes for our mums and bubs.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.

    • COVID - 19 Requirements

  • Immunisation history showing you have received two doses of a Covid 19 vaccine is encouraged.

    • Required

  • Demonstrated ability and experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their leaders, respecting traditional culture, values, and ways of doing business.
  • Ability to effectively identify psychosocial factors influencing pregnancy and parenting and provide support and / or referral to specialist services using a strengths-based approach.
  • Ability to contribute effectively to the Birthing in Our Community clinical and operational performance through provision of evidence-based care and information, and adhering to relevant workplace instructions, policies, and procedures.
  • Demonstrated organisation skills, including an ability to multi-task, plan, set and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines, and to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve outcomes.
  • Current Blue Card (Essential prior to commencement).
  • Current National Police Check.
  • Current C Class Drivers Licence (Qld) and the ability to travel daily around SEQ.

    • Preferred

  • Minimum Diploma level qualification in Human Services, Community Services, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
  • Experience in Case Management, specifically in providing supports to at-risk families / youth.
  • Experience in a clinic setting and an understanding of the cycle of care patient system.
  • Experience working one on one with a medical professional to achieve program outcomes.

    • How to apply

    Applications can be submitted by following the links on the Recruitment page. Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only. We reserve the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. It is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible. Only successful applicants will be contacted.