JOBS FOR MOB! An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Nurse- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified to deliver clinical services within the Cultural Healing Program for consumers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, in accordance with the goals, policies and requirements of the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS). The Cultural Healing Program provides mental health intervention and support to persons, suffering from or at risk of a mental health issue, in need of social, emotional, or cultural and or spiritual support, who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Support is also offered to non-indigenous family members.

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JOBS FOR MOB!

An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Nurse- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified to deliver clinical services within the Cultural Healing Program for consumers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, in accordance with the goals, policies and requirements of the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS).

The Cultural Healing Program provides mental health intervention and support to persons, suffering from or at risk of a mental health issue, in need of social, emotional, or cultural and or spiritual support, who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Support is also offered to non-indigenous family members. 

Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. 

The SCHHS is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to work unit/service practice development related to area of expertise by actively participating in clinical education networks and working collaboratively with health care teams across the care continuum.
• Provide supervision and leadership to effectively assess, plan, manage and evaluate client outcomes at an advanced practitioner level.
• Work cooperatively and effectively through active participation in multidisciplinary teams and with patients/clients, their families, carers and other relevant stakeholders to provide high quality patient care and positively influence culture.
• Participate in forums aimed at increasing the co-ordination between agencies providing services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Remuneration value up to $131 900p.a., comprising salary between $107 960 - $115 604 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 6 (1))(Permanent Full-Time, 76hrs p.f). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered). 

Why work for us?

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:
• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.

Check out the latest updates here:
https://www.sunshinecoast.health.qld.gov.au/

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants, SCHHS (PDF, 1.79MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SC627547-RD (PDF, 1.23MB)
  Role Description