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Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service East Perth WAContract Type: Maximum Term Full time (12 months)About the OrganisationThe Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.About the BenefitsA competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:Salary packaging up to $15,900Study leaveEmployee Assistance Program12 days of personal leave per yearNAIDOC Day holidayAbout the PositionWe are seeking expressions of interest for a Paediatric Case Officer to coordinate and manage specialist paediatric clinics, ensuring seamless care for children and families. This role is pivotal in delivering culturally secure, family-centred healthcare in line with our paediatric model of care.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate appointments with paediatric specialists (e.g., developmental paediatricians, dermatologists, audiologists, ENT, respiratory specialists).Act as the primary liaison between families and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.Ensure cultural safety and adhere to best practice guidelines.Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality care.Selection CriteriaProven experience in paediatric health or developmental settings, preferably with Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander children and families.Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of Aboriginal Child and Maternal Health issues and ability to case manage whilst performing clinical duties.Strong organisational skills and project management skills with ability to see through continuous quality improvement.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to collaborate within the team and broader Derbarl setting.Strong sense of family centred advocacy and desire to participate in systems reform.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.Relevant qualification with AHPRA registration as RN / EN or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner.Other RequirementsCurrent Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain)Satisfactory National Police Clearance (issued within the last 6 months)Valid WA Drivers Licence and willingness to travel across Perth metro sitesSuccessful Pre-Employment Health AssessmentA copy of the full Job Description can be obtained by contacting People Services Team on 1800 311 *** or ****@dyhs.org.auHow to ApplyPlease apply through SEEK, applications must include:Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. #J-18808-Ljbffr