* Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Environmental Health Centre
* Location based in Port Pirie
* Salary
o Classification - AHP2 - $88,255 to $102,240 p.a.
o Second Classification - RN/M2A - $100,343 to $107,279 p.a.
* Full Time - Ongoing Contract
Make a Lasting Impact on Children's Health in Port Pirie!
Are you a passionate and experienced nurse, occupational therapist or social worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? SA Health is seeking dedicated professionals to join our team at the Environmental Health Centre in Port Pirie, working to reduce lead exposure and improve health outcomes.
In this crucial role, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team providing comprehensive case management and preventative services to families with children at risk of elevated blood lead levels. Your expertise will be invaluable in developing and implementing an integrated range of health services and initiatives under the Port Pirie Lead Implementation Program. Key responsibilities:
* Provide specialised nursing, occupational therapy or social work services to support children and families impacted by lead exposure
* Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
* Develop, evaluate and contribute to preventative programs and health promotion
* Build capacity through education, community engagement and case management
* Utilise your clinical skills to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
About You
* Passionate about improving children's environmental health and developmental outcomes with excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
* Innovative and flexible in overcoming healthcare challenges while prioritising workloads and meeting timelines.
* Strong ability to build positive relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
Essential Criteria
For applicants seeking the AHP2 classification:
* Must hold a recognised qualification in Social Work or Occupational Therapy.
* Must be eligible for practising membership with the relevant Professional Association.
* For professions requiring Registration, all requirements to obtain and maintain current registration must be met.
* For self-regulated professions, participation in the professional association's accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program is desirable (e.g., AASW Continuing Professional Education Program).
* Must demonstrate AHP2 level competencies, or have a 2-year post-graduate Master's degree with a related allied health undergraduate qualification.
For applicants seeking the RN/M2A classification:
* Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
* Registered Nurse/Midwife with at least 3 years post registration experience or currently classified as a Clinical Nurse/Midwife.
* Demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing practice in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
* Experience in the supervision of student nurses, enrolled nurses and less experienced nurses or health care team.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to join SA Health and make a real impact on the health and wellbeing of Port Pirie families. Apply now and take the next step in your rewarding health career.
About Us
Our allied health clinicians/registered nurses are leaders in understanding the issues around environmental lead and supporting the management of exposure risks to minimise blood lead levels within our target group.
The core focus of the Environmental Health Centre is to provide assistance to families of young children (aged 0-5 years) in understanding the issues around environmental lead and managing family member’s blood lead levels to improve health outcomes for pregnant women and children. We are a free public health service that is responsive to the health needs of the Port Pirie community.
A career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career, not to mention your choice of scenery from farm, ocean, vineyards and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the below videos for more information about working for Yorke and Northern Local Health Network
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Incentives and Support
The successful candidate will have the benefit of the following (subject to availability and eligibility):
* Up to $13,000 reimbursement for relocation costs (e.g. for travel, removalists). For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here
* 3 months free accommodation and subsidised rental accommodation for short term contracts (up to 1 year)
* Professional supervision within your discipline to support professional and clinical development
* Support in developing your career journey - whether you are an early career clinician or experienced leader, we can help
* Minimum of $2000 per year for professional development and training (can include registrations, travel and accommodation)
* A thorough orientation and buddy system to support relocation and transition
* We also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:
* DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
* National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
* Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 883689.
Enquiries
Mikell Afford
Environmental Health Centre Team Leader
Phone: 08 8638 4100
E-mail: Mikell.Afford@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
28 November 2024 - 11.55PM
Attachments
883689 FHD, Allied Health Professional (Social Worker - Occupational Therapist).pdf
883689 FHD, Associate Nurse_Midwife Unit Manager.pdf
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