Aboriginal Health Worker - Palliative Care
About the job
This job is about being an Aboriginal Health Worker (AHW) in Palliative Care, where you will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families during challenging times. Your work will ensure culturally responsive care and strengthen connections with essential health services. The team values collaboration, cultural understanding, and a commitment to providing exceptional care.
You'll be responsible for
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Providing culturally responsive care
Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and families throughout the palliative and end-of-life journey.🌉
Acting as a cultural conduit
Facilitating connections between Aboriginal communities and Canberra Health Services, offering expert advice on best practices.🛤️
Developing referral pathways
Creating and embedding culturally responsive referral pathways and supporting implementation of cultural protocols.What we're looking for
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Cultural identity confirmation
Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is essential.View
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Experience in palliative care
Demonstrated experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients in palliative care.View
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Knowledge of cultural protocols
Understanding of Sorry Business/Sad News and Cultural Protocols guidelines.View
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