Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Outreach Worker

The Trustee For The Salvation Army Victoria Property Trust

St Kilda, VIC, Australia
In accordance with social, community, home care + ...
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Experience with aboriginal and torres strait islander populations
Ability to manage caseload of up to 30 clients
Strong relationship building skills for self-determination
** The Salvation Army is seeking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Outreach Worker to engage with underutilized health service populations, providing primary healthcare and support within their Alcohol and Other Drugs Program. This part-time position in St Kilda, VIC, is specifically open to individuals of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and includes various employee benefits and support systems. **

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people underutilising health services to provide primary healthcare.
  • The position includes meaningful benefits such as Burra Burra Network pastoral care, Sorry Business leave, and a dedicated Aboriginal EAP service.
  • Compensation is in accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 5 with salary packaging options available.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Salvation Army is seeking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Outreach Worker to engage with underutilized health service populations, providing primary healthcare and support within their Alcohol and Other Drugs Program. This part-time position in St Kilda, VIC, is specifically open to individuals of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and includes various employee benefits and support systems. **

Salary

In accordance with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award Level 5; Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit; Generous Paid Parental leave and Purchased Leave Scheme available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations
  • Ability to manage caseload of up to 30 clients
  • Strong relationship building skills for self-determination
  • Knowledge of health, housing, mental health, and legal services

Nice-to-have

  • Culturally appropriate pathway development experience
  • Collaborative approach with health professionals
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion values

Key Requirements

  • Degree in nursing, Aboriginal health, social work or related field
  • Current VIC Drivers Licence
  • Employee Working with Children's Check
  • Mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
  • Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent

Work Rights

Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent

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