COUNTRY HEALTH SA
JOB & PERSON SPECIFICATION
Title of Position:
Classification Code:
Stream Code:
Career Group Code:
Type of Position:
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker. (AACW)
Southern Fleurieu Health Service)
OPS 2
Position Number:
Position Created:
Occupant:
[ ] Permanent
FTE
[X] Temporary –
FTE 1.0
[ ] Contract –
Job & Person Specification Approval
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chairman of Board
JOB SPECIFICATION
1.
Summary of the broad purpose of the position in relation to the
organisation's goals (its expected outcome and how it is achieved).
The Aboriginal Aged Care Worker is accountable to the Director of the Murray Mallee
Community Health Service. The Aboriginal Aged Care Worker provides a range of
services which meet the community service needs of the frail, aged and younger
disabled members of the Aboriginal community in the Murray Mallee Region
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Reporting/Working relationships (to whom the person reports, staff for
whom the person is responsible and other significant connections and
working relationships within the organisation).
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The Aboriginal Aged Care Worker is accountable to the Director
(MMCHS), reports to and is supervised by the Regional Coordinator
Aboriginal Aged Care and is a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Special conditions (such as non-metropolitan
requirements, frequent overtime etc.).
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location,
travel
The duties of this position may be adapted to the organisational
requirements as determined by service wide planning process
Current drivers license
Travel within the Hills, Mallee Southern Region
Some out of hours work and Intra-state travel may be required
The position is subject to ongoing funding from HACC
The position is subject to a clear Criminal History Check and 3 years
thereafter.
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4. Statement of Key Outcomes and Associated Activities (group into major
areas of responsibility/activity and list in descending order of
importance)
4.1 Promote the health and well-being of the Aboriginal frail, aged and young
disabled family members by:
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Providing a timely and comprehensive range of services including
shopping, and social support
Providing referrals for Respite Services
Assisting with the transport needs of clients
Promoting the use of locally based mainstream community health services
4.2 Contribute to effective
clients and staff by:
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appropriate
communication
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assisting in client advocacy and assessment and informing the Aboriginal
Health Workers at the MMCHS of the additional needs of Aboriginal
families
ensuring client privacy, security of client records and confidentiality of
client related information
assisting families to access mainstream health services delivered by
MMCHC and Murray Bridge Hospital staff
Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator provide day to day
support and supervision as required to other staff employed in the
program (eg aged care trainees, volunteers, contract staff)
4.3 Maintain accountability and contribute to the efficient and effective
management of programs and services to frail, aged and younger disabled
community members by:
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maintaining accurate and legible client records and statistical information
on activities, and by providing data and reports as required
participating in program planning, decision making, implementation,
evaluation and review processes
being responsible and accountable for adequately managing the official
records created and received according to relevant legislation, policies
and procedures
4.4 Ensure own safe and competent practice by:
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developing knowledge and competencies through education and staff
development
maintaining appropriate communication with, and seeking guidance from
supervisory staff
practicing within own area of competence
participating in a range of performance appraisal and development
activities.
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4.5 Contribute to the achievement of MMCHC and Aboriginal Aged Care
Program priorities on Occupational Health and Safety by:
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being aware of individual rights and responsibilities according to the
service policy on OHS&W, and meeting those responsibilities
identifying and reporting hazardous work areas or practice
meeting safety standards including safe use of equipment
participating in training programs as required
Comply with the Principles of the Code of Fair Information Practice
adopted by the Country Health SA, which regulate the collection, use,
disclosure, storage and transfer of all personal patient/client information
within the Department and throughout its funded service providers
Acknowledgment of Occupant ......................................................... ...../...../.....
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
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None
Experience (including community experience)
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Demonstrated active participation in the Aboriginal community
Demonstrated experience in the coordination of services
Experience working alongside Aboriginal community members, children and
families in the provision of respectful and culturally relevant services
Experience in working in partnership with the Aboriginal community using a
community development approach, including case management
Experience in organising groups, developing health programs, and the provision
of appropriate referrals for Aboriginal people
Experience in dealing with and negotiating with people in government and nongovernment and community organisations
Sound community development and group work experience
Working within multi-disciplinary teams
Knowledge
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Current knowledge of Aboriginal Community Care services and issues including
Aged Care, Community Care and other programs relevant to the support of frail,
aged and younger disabled Aboriginal community members
Current knowledge of culturally related Aboriginal Health issues
Knowledge and understanding of health inequities and social health issues
relating to Aboriginal people, families and communities
Knowledge of issues facing Aboriginal families in the region
Knowledge of respectful and culturally relevant service approaches when working
alongside Aboriginal families
Knowledge of social view of health and community development principles and
how they relate to work with Aboriginal people and communities
Understanding of the importance of client confidentiality
Personal Abilities/Attributes/Skills
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Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally with Aboriginal people,
non-Aboriginal people, health workers and other organisations
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to work with Aboriginal families for the betterment of Aboriginal Community
Care services and other mainstream services
A willingness to undertake the Certificate in Aged Care or other training as
required
Ability to contribute to the implementation and evaluation of appropriate
community development initiatives in co-operation with other workers
Ability to establish networks amongst individuals and organisations
Demonstrated time management skills and ability to manage a high workload,
prioritise work and meet deadlines
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DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS
Experience (including community experience)
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Counseling, health education, group work, program development, promotion or
community development projects
Knowledge
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Primary health care and community development principles
The impact of Aboriginal people’s status in society on their health and well-being
Personal Abilities/Attributes/Skills
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Ability to work in a self directed manner
Ability to relate well to people of various ages, cultures and backgrounds
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POSITION INFORMATION DOCUMENT
STREAM:
Operational Services
CAREER GROUP:
Service Delivery
CLASSIFICATION:
OPS2
POSITION TITLE:
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker
LEVEL CHARACTERISTICS
This position is classified at the Operational Services Level 2 by virtue of the
requirement to:
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work under limited supervision and direction
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operate within broadly defined guidelines and exercise a degree of autonomy in
the discharge of duties required by a sub-regional project
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use initiative and judgment where procedures are not clearly defined and identify
specific and desired performance outcomes
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contribute to forward planning for new program initiatives
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provide culturally appropriate skills and knowledge in a specialist area of
operation
POSITION SUMMARY
The Aboriginal Aged Care Worker is accountable to the Regional Coordinator
Aboriginal Aged Care Program and will be required to contribute to the development
of strategies and programs to meet the Community Service needs of the frail, aged
and younger disabled Aboriginal community in the Southern Fleurieu region.
This is achieved through identifying the frail, aged and younger disabled Aboriginal
community and their families, providing an assessment of the needs of these clients
and responding by facilitating and coordinating the delivery of services, information
and other programs which respond to identified needs. In the process, the focus of
Aboriginal Aged Care Program will be sharpened within local and regional health
service planning and activities.
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POSITION CHARACTERISTICS
The Aboriginal Aged Care Worker is responsible for providing appropriate delivery of
Community Services in the region. Day to day management supervision of the
incumbent will be provided by the Regional Coordinator, Aboriginal Aged Care
Program
The Murray Mallee Community Health Service and the Southern Fleurieu Health
Service are integrated health care units which provide a wide range of Domiciliary
care and community health services to the local communities of the district councils
of Murray Bridge, Alexandrina, Victor Harbor and Coorong including an Aboriginal
population estimated between 1 000 and 1 100 persons.
The Aboriginal Aged Care Worker will have working relationships with other
MMCHS/SFHS staff, local and statewide agencies and individuals with responsibility
for the health and well-being of Aboriginal families. The Aboriginal Aged Care
Worker will liaise closely with other Aboriginal Health Workers and service providers
within the Hills Mallee Southern region.
The incumbent works autonomously on a day to day basis in planning, implementing
and coordinating of services at the local level. The incumbent will have a broad
range of knowledge and experience and have well developed communication,
networking and organisational skills.
ORGANISATION
Supervisor reports to:
Supervisor’s Position:
Subject Position:
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Manager Tumake Yande
Program Manager, Home Based Care
Manager, Assessment and Support Team
Director Southern Fleurieu Health Service
Manager, Murray Mallee Community Health Service
Regional Coordinator, Aboriginal Aged Care Program
Aboriginal Aged Care Worker