Aboriginal Health Worker (Research)

Responsibilities

• Promote awareness of community-based research projects and support Elders recruitment activities
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, community centres, and other referral partners
• Undertake required training relevant to the research project, health and safety, and ethical Aboriginal health research practice
• Connect Elders' health and wellbeing projects with local communities and Aboriginal Elders through meaningful engagement

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working as an Aboriginal Health Worker, Aboriginal Health Practitioner, or other relevant experience with Elders
• Demonstrated ability to work closely and respectfully with older Aboriginal community members and stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Effective communication skills with different stakeholders
• Current “C” class driver’s licence and possession of an owned vehicle
• Ability to travel occasionally within Perth

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration

Benefits

• Flexible working options considered
• 17% superannuation
• 26 weeks paid parental leave (after one year of service)
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more
• Salary packaging options
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses

About the Company

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a world-class, research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight. This role is based at the Boola Boola Djinda Centre for Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing, an Aboriginal-led centre within the medical school dedicated to culturally led research and wellbeing.