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Job Title: Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence (DFSV) Community Connectors 

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Employment Conditions: Casual 

Salary: $38.48 - $41.36 per hour inclusive 25% casual loading

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Employee access to Medical Services: Free Prescriptions

This position is designated Indigenous under Section 57 of the NT Anti-Discrimination Act. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.

Exciting opportunity for a casual Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence (DFSV) Community Connectors – in our Piliyintinji-ki – Stronger Families Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (Anyinginyi Health) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health is made up of four different sections (Health Services, Corporate Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients’ physical and emotional health and well-being is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes, and vibrant, diverse, and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving and gold mining town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

 About the Opportunity 

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation have been funded to support the implementation of recommendations from the Tennant Creek & Barkly Region report on Family Violence Report 2022 - ‘It takes a whole community approach to violence’.

Reporting to the Project Coordinator the DFSV Community Connectors will be responsible for supporting community members to access DFSV services and raise community awareness through the development and delivery of relevant activities.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Support community members to access existing DFSV services
• Undertake community consultation to support implementation of recommendations within the Report.
• Support development and delivery of DFSV community awareness raising activities
• Support information gathering to inform the service mapping / needs assessment / gap analysis on local services available to people affected by DFSV or who have committed DFSV
• Ensure all activities are undertaken in alignment with the Northern Territory DFSV policy and practice frameworks, including the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Reduction Framework 2018-2028: Safe, respected and free from violence and its action plans, and the Northern Territory Risk Assessment and Management Framework (RAMF)

For a detailed overview of the position please refer to the job description attached. 

Selection criteria 

Essential

• Experience in the delivery of community-based activities that are culturally responsive, and trauma informed.
• Willingness to engage with all different Aboriginal language groups and families.
• Demonstrated task completion for meetings or events with due dates.
• Prepared to undertake training and development.
• Demonstrated communication skills, in adapting to meet the need of individuals in a holistic wrap around service model.
• Demonstrated communication and act as a support to cultural responsiveness requirements to a non-Aboriginal person.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team 

Desirable

• Ability to speak one or more languages of the Barkly Region.
• Ability to provide accurate verbal and written reports.

Please note: 

• Confirmation of employment is dependent on the outcome of the successful application for an Ochre Card/ Working with Children’s Card and a Satisfactory Criminal History Check.
• All Anyinginyi Health employees must be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Anyinginyi Health provides child-related services with obligations under the Commonwealth’s Child Safe Framework. All employees must fulfil their obligations under the Care and Protection of Children Act (2007).

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!

Location: Tennant Creek

Job Title: Executive Officer Aboriginal Corporations Leadership Group (ACLG)

Classification: Administration, Support & Management (Admin)

Employment Conditions: Part Time Contract

Salary: $98,592.16 - $115,679.34 FTE (pro-rata for part time hours)

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94 p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Employee access to Medical Services: Free Prescriptions

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year, general dentistry and Remote retention allowance of $1,500 after 1 year of service and $3,000 after 2 years’ service

Exciting opportunity for a full time Executive Officer ACLG,

based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is an integral and rewarding role within our Corporate Governance Section, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi consists of five different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, Sports and Recreation, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

As a small regional centre, Tennant Creek does not have the facilities one would find in larger country towns like Katherine or Alice Springs however it does provide for all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket similar to a large IGA store, Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, two banks (ANZ & Westpac), restaurants and coffee shops and four hotels/motels. It also has sporting facilities (e.g. swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann!

About the Role

The Executive Officer (EO) ensures high level coordination and support to the Aboriginal Corporations Leadership Group (ACLG) including responsibility for the administrative functions of the group. The EO reports directly through the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The EO is responsible for identifying issues impacting on Aboriginal Affairs and works with the members of the ACLG to develop appropriate outcomes and provide policy advice including through submissions and documentation to governments and key stakeholders. This position is expected to strengthen the ACLG capability in formulating and developing effective policy proposals.

This role must apply the local community cultural protocols, when appropriate, in all aspects of development and policy formulation.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Liaise with ACLG membership and other stakeholders as required. In providing this support the position exercises a high degree of communication competence, initiative, discretion, and confidentiality.
• With the ACLG Chair develop the meeting schedules and agendas.
• Coordinate meetings including supporting meeting attendance of members and invited guests.
• Maintain effective, accessible, and user-friendly records management of ACLG related documentation, including taking minutes and ensuring that actions and decisions are recorded and circulated to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain effective collaborative relationships and connections with ACLG Membership and Stakeholders.
• Provide project management support to progress ACLG vision and strategic priorities
• Lead development of community/political strategies to effectively implement ACLG priorities.
• Manage research and policy processes to influence agenda at local, Territory and National level. This will require monitoring government policy changes that particularly impact on the political aspirations of Aboriginal Corporations and community and identification and analysis of emerging policy matters.
• Prepare policy submissions, briefing papers and position statements, informed by ACLG Strategic Advocacy priorities.
• Present policy position to governments and key stakeholders, as directed.

About you

To be considered for this position, you must maintain Respect for Traditional Culture and cultural diversity and acquire the ability to communicate effectively within a diverse working environment. Previous experience in similar Board Secretariat, corporate governance role or similar will be highly regarded.

The Executive Officer requires a current NT Driver’s License to be successful in their application.

Please note: A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Grants and funding opportunity available with an Aboriginal community-controlled primary health care service in remote NT!

Location: Tennant Creek   

Job Title: Grants Officer

Classification: Administration, Support & Management roles (Admin)

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract

Salary: $77,620.52 - $85,279.35

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Grants & Contracts Manager  

Remote retention allowance: $1,500 after 1 year of service and $3,000 after 2 years’ service

Annual remote travel allowance: of $1,500 for personal travel after 1 year of service

Annual local Bi-Lingual allowance: Up to $1,500

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote Retention Allowance of $750!

Exciting opportunity for full time Grants Officer to join our Nyangirru Piliyi-ngara Kurantta, Business Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and really make a difference!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region.

Anyinginyi consists of five different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, Sports and Recreation, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a full time Grants Officer to join their Nyangirru Piliyi-ngara Kurantta – Business Services Section, based in Tennant Creek. This role is offered on a Full Time basis.

Reporting to the Grants & Contracts Manager, this position will see you responsible for providing support and advice to staff and section managers to enable the organisation to consistently meet the funding terms and conditions of grant submissions, grant monitoring and reporting compliance processes.

This position will also be proactive in seeking out and following up funding opportunities and support for programs in collaboration with Executive managers and to manage and acquit current grant funding agreements.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Undertake a broad range of administrative activities and provide quality grants management support to ensure compliance with funding agreements and contracts; and identify risk and escalate promptly and appropriately. 
• Provide quality, comprehensive information, report analysis and evidence-based advice to the Grants and Contracts Manager, and internal and external stakeholders; prepare email correspondence and assist with plans, briefs, reports, and submissions; and undertake projects as directed by the Grants and Contracts Manager.
• Assist Executive Managers and Program Managers with meeting reporting requirements by providing regular reporting notifications, templates and other support as required.
• Maintain internal monitoring and reporting compliance tools and assist with developing grants management systems and processes to improve reporting and compliance outcomes.
• Proactively monitor and identify grant funding opportunities from government and non-government agencies which align with Anyinginyi Health’s projected programs, planning goals and strategies; and develop approved draft proposals and concepts into grant funding applications in collaboration with the Grants and Contracts Manager and the responsible Executive manager,
• Manage effective security over confidential and sensitive records and information; and actively promote best practice record management of key documents and communications.
• Work collaboratively and constructively with funding partners and internal and external stakeholders and maintain positive relationships.
• Liaise with Anyinginyi Health’s Finance Team as required in relation to remittance tracking, invoicing and financial reporting.
• Assist the Grants and Contracts Manager with delivering grants educative and information sessions to improve grants development, compliance and reporting.
• Comply with all Anyinginyi policy and procedures, including use of approved IT programs for electronic data management, including the sharing and advocacy of this information to fellow colleagues.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to increase skills and knowledge and enhance capability within the Grants Team.
• Provide additional support as required to promote business continuity within the Business Services Section, within the position’s level classification.

About you

To be considered for this position, you will have considerable experience managing complex and multiple grant terms and conditions of grants for various funding bodies for both government and non-government grants.

Your written and verbal communication skills operate at a high level; especially when dealing with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and agencies relevant to primary healthcare. 

You will have a demonstrated ability to contribute to effective data collection tools and the status of grant performance indicators. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for interpreting data and reporting will also be required.

You will need to have an understanding of issues pertaining to Aboriginal primary health and general health care and respect for the past practices and current issues that impact on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people. While not required, previous experience working in a remote area will be highly regarded.

Please note: An Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card and Satisfactory National Criminal History Check is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  

You will also need to possess the following: 

Essential skills and experience:

• Demonstrated ability to seek both government and non-government funding opportunities.
• Respect for traditional Aboriginal Culture and cultural diversity and the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal/culturally diverse people.
• Experience in writing and applying for government and non-government grants
• Experience managing complex and multiple grant terms and conditions of grants for various funding bodies for both government and non-government grants.
• Experience in financial and narrative reporting and the acquitting of grants for various funding bodies for both government and non-government grants
• Demonstrated ability to communicate at a high level using both written and verbal communication skills to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and agencies relevant to primary health care and related services.
• Knowledge of social and health issues confronting Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory
• Demonstrated project management experience including high level time management and attention to detail, as well as providing quality and evidence-based information and advice.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and to effectively manage relationships.
• Minimum Certificate IV in Business Administration or Financial Services or demonstrated capacity and commitment to obtain the qualification within an agreed timeframe.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

 Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button and we’ll be in touch.

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly Region

Job Title: Grow Well Liaison Officer

Classification: Public Health

Employment Conditions: Full Time

Salary: $72,745.05 - $75,806.90pa.

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Reports to: Grow Well Coordinator 

ATSI Identified: This position is open only to those who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Exciting opportunity for a full time Grow Well Liaison Officer in our Public Health Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community in the Heart of Australia!

This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day and play an important role in Anyinginyi’s Health drive to be a Provider of High Quality Holistic Primary Health Care services to the Aboriginal communities of the Barkly region in a Culturally responsive way - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

 About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of five different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, Sports and Recreation, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's Health mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

What we offer you:

• Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 pa.
• 6 weeks annual leave and personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year
• Up to $1500 study allowance after 1 year of service
• Study leave can be negotiated
• Remote retention allowance of $1500 after 1 year of service and $3000 after 2 years’ service
• Annual remote travel allowance of $1500 for personal travel after 1 year of service
• Annual local Bi- Lingual allowance of up to $1500
• Employee access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic – with free Prescriptions
• Free General Dentistry (Lab Work to be paid by employee)

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

 500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a full time Grow Well Liaison Officer to join their Kalpa Purru Wirranjarlki – Public Health Services Section, here in Tennant Creek. This role is offered on a Full-Time basis.

Primary Objective:

The Grow Well Liaison Officer is responsible for supporting the Grow Well Program Coordinator to run the Grow Well program at Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation. The primary focus of the position is to support individuals and communities caring for children aged 0-5 years old and to share and supports knowledge, skills, and resources in addressing needs specific to each community. 

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

General:

• Under the guidance of the Grow Well Program Coordinator, assist in the delivery of the Grow Well Program.
• Support the Grow Well Program Coordinator in maintaining friendly and professional relationships with everyone associated with the program.
• Support the Grow Well Program Coordinator in all duties relating to the program whilst participating in day-to-day administration matters.
• Participate in report writing where necessary.
• Assist the Grow Well Program Coordinator in preparing and delivering health programs in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Assist the Grow Well Program Coordinator in developing, delivering and supporting health related community events.
• Participate in on-going training and professional development opportunities.
• Work in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) requirements.

About you

To be successful in this role, you must maintain knowledge of primary health issues including hygiene and nutrition. Confidentiality at all times, understand the needs of small children aged 0 – 5 years old, understand the needs of people that care for small children.  

Please note: A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  

You will also need to possess the following: 

Essential skills and experience:

• All Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation employees must be Triple COVID-19 Vaccinated
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Support your work colleagues by being friendly and supportive.
• Treat our clients with respect at all times.
• Ask your supervisor for help if needed.
• Be actively involved in the day to day running of the program.
• Represent Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation to the best of your ability.
• Willingness to travel regularly to communities in the South Barkly Region.
• Stay overnight if the program requires.
• Order and shop for items for some projects if required.
• Pack and unpack the 4WD vehicle.
• Perform a safety check on the 4WD vehicle before each trip.
• Refuel the 4WD vehicle.
• Share the driving to and from communities.

Desirable:

• Understanding the needs of small children ages 0 to 5 years old
• Understanding the needs of people (male & female, old & young) that care for small children.
• Knowledge of primary health issues including hygiene and nutrition.
• Skills in cooking.
• Skills in crafts.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

  APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly Region.

Job Title: Maintenance Officer

Classification: Maintenance/ Property

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract

Salary: $72,745.05 - $75,806.90 per annum.

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Reports to: Assets and Property Manager

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal carer's leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry.

Exciting opportunity for a full time Maintenance Officer,

based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Community, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day and play an important role in Anyinginyi’s drive to be a Provider of High Quality Holistic Primary Health Care services to the Aboriginal communities of the Barkly region in a Culturally responsive way - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

What we offer:

• Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 pa.
• 6 weeks annual leave and personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year
• Up to $1500 study allowance after 1 year of service
• Study leave can be negotiated
• Remote retention allowance of $1500 after 1 year of service and $3000 after 2
years’ service
• Annual remote travel allowance of $1500 for personal travel after 1 year of service
• Annual local Bi- Lingual allowance of up to $1500
• Employee access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic – with free Prescriptions
• Free General Dentistry (Lab Work to be paid by employee)

About the Tennant Creek Region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

The Maintenance Officer is responsible for maintaining the grounds of all Anyinginyi Health properties both business and residential, maintenance of all building needs and provide assistance in contracts, stores receivership, hazardous waste disposal, contractor requirements for new building upgrades where directed.

The Maintenance Officer is an integral part of the high standard of presentation and maintenance of Anyinginyi buildings and services to internal and external parties for property and asset delivery and management.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Respect for traditional Aboriginal Culture and cultural diversity and the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal/culturally diverse people.
• Gardening experience including experience with garden irrigation systems and small engines.
• Knowledge of plants and their needs, including different soil requirements, position requirements, pruning, etc.
• Ability to identify recurring gardening and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to complete necessary documentation for task reporting and actioning.
• Ability to be able to communicate and respond to personnel in a diverse working environment.
• Reliability, ability to work with a high level of quality, unsupervised and as part of a team.
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Current NT Driver’s Licence.
• Be in possession of or have the ability to obtain an OCHRE Card.
•  preferred to be Fully COVID-19 Vaccinated.

Desirable

• 4WD Licence.

About you

To be considered for this position, you must maintain Respect for Traditional Culture and cultural diversity and acquire the ability to communicate effectively within a diverse working environment. Previous experience or qualifications within Gardening, laboring or maintenance will be highly regarded but is not mandatory.

The Maintenance Officer requires a current NT Driver’s License, free from any restrictions to be successful in their application.

Please note: 

A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Job Title: Maternal Early Childhood Health Program Aboriginal Liaison Officer (ALO)

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract, dependent on external funding

Salary: $72,745.05 - $75,806.90 per annum

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94 p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Maternal Early Childhood Health Program Coordinator

Employee access to Medical Services: Free Prescriptions

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/ carer’s leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote retention allowance of $750!

ATSI Identified: This position is open only to those who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Exciting opportunity for a full time Maternal Early Childhood Health Program ALO in our Health Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Town and Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day and play an important role in Anyinginyi Health's drive to be a Provider of High Quality Holistic Primary Health Care services to the Aboriginal communities of the Barkly region in a Culturally responsive way - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (Anyinginyi Health) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health is made up of four different sections (Health Services, Corporate Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients’ physical and emotional health and well-being is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes, and vibrant, diverse, and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving and gold mining town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

The Maternal Early Childhood Health Program Aboriginal Liaison Officer will work as a part of Anyinginyi Health Maternal Early Childhood Health Program team, providing a transport service for clients of the Anyinginyi Health Maternal Early Childhood Health Program, while supporting a multidisciplinary and integrated health team.

The ALO is a frontline customer service position and will ensure safe driving practices, appropriate behavior, and acceptable appearance to maintain the integrity of the organisation.  The role will always respect Aboriginal values, beliefs, customs, language, and traditional practices.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Maintain and adhere to Anyinginyi policies and procedures including the Motor Vehicle Policy and rules regarding bus pick-up service.
• Drive in a safe manner and in accordance with NT traffic laws and regulations always.
• Drive Anyinginyi vehicles for the purpose of transporting patients from home to MECH Headquarters and back. This may also include patients scheduled for hospital or other healthcare provider appointments.
• Participate in morning meetings with the Maternal Early Childhood Health Program team for the purpose of reviewing patients on daily recall or patients attending Specialist clinics.
• Always be courteous and helpful, assisting passengers, pregnant Women and parents with young children getting to, from, on or off the bus/car as necessary, including using wheelchair lift if required
• Ensure clients are aware that no food or drink is to be consumed on the bus.
• Always keep regular contact with the Maternal Early Childhood Health Program team
• Report all non-failure client pick-ups to the Program Coordinator daily.
• Document and Report client/vehicle incidences in Logic that may occur during pick-up and travel.
• Participate in quality improvement activities in collaboration with health professionals, clients and families to ensure best practice and the continuous improvement of systems is achieved to meet professional and industry standards, including work health and safety.
• Uphold the vision, mission and priorities of the organisation as determined by the Board of Directors and outlined in its Strategic Plan.
• Identify and manage risk or potential risk to clients.
• Foster a professional and culturally safe work environment.
• Promote and support an alcohol, tobacco and other drugs free workplace strategies and exemplify aligned behaviours.
• Work within limits of confidentiality and privacy as per Anyinginyi Health Policy.
• Participate in staff training and development, organisation-wide, site-based team meetings, collaborative planning activities and other meetings or activities relevant to this position.
• Undertake other duties as required.
• Maintain serviceability of vehicle including the daily lock up and security.
• Be alert to any potential mechanical, or other problems, and report to the Senior Administration Supervisor as a priority.
• Undertake weekly cleaning (internal and external) of vehicles with check of oil, water, fuel, correct Tyre pressure, and spare equipment.
• Maintain serviceability of mobile phone.

Essential skills and experience

• Be in possession of a current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence.
• Demonstrated understanding of the philosophy governing independent Aboriginal community-controlled organisations.
• Demonstrated ability in driving a mini-bus and four wheel-drive vehicles.
• Have no serious driving offences in the past 5 years.
• Ability to work unsupervised and as a member of a team.
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace.

Desirable skills and experience

• First Aid Certificate.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of health and social/cultural issues affecting Indigenous Women and their Children.
• Ability to speak one or more of the local Aboriginal languages.

Please note: 

• An Ochre Card (NT Working with Children's card) and a National Police Clearance (National Police check) obtainment is requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.
• All Anyinginyi Health employees are preferred to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW

Job Title: Men's Centre Team Leader

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly Region

Employment Conditions: Full Time, Ongoing

Salary: $98,592.16 - $115,679.34

Reports to: Executive Manager Piliyintinji-ki - Stronger Families 

Salary Packaging: $15,899.94 p/a

Professional Development Incentive: $1,500 p/a

Special Measures: Identified Position

Other Great Benefits Include: 6 weeks annual leave, free general dentistry, remote retention allowance of $750, subsidised staff housing for those relocating, relocation assistance up to $5,000!

This position is only open to those who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Exciting opportunity for a Full Time Team Leader of the Men's Centre at Piliyintinji-ki Stronger Families.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of four different sections (Health Services, Corporate Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

As a small regional centre, Tennant Creek does not have the facilities one would find in larger country towns like Katherine or Alice Springs however it does provide for all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket similar to a large IGA store, Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, bank facilities (ANZ), restaurants and coffee shops and four hotels/motels. It also has sporting facilities (e.g., swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann!

About this Role

Collaborating with and reporting to the Piliyintinji-ki Stronger Families (PSF) Executive Manager, you will guide and support the Men's Centre team to coordinate the opening and functioning of the Men's Centre. You will provide leadership to the delivery of culturally appropriate PSF programs and services. With the aim to reduce the incidence of a range of community difficulties, you will assist and coordinate Men's Centre activities that promote community well-being. 

More specifically, duties include (but not limited to):

• Assist in daily routines and activities to ensure programs are delivering appropriate outcomes
• With counselling staff, help develop and facilitate group activities in mental health, AOD, and social and emotional well-being
• Deliver programs that respond to physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, and cultural needs of families and individual clients
• Provide clear direction, leadership and supervision of the Community Support Worker team
• Develop and share culturally responsive links with community and family to support engagement and learning
• Develop relationships with external service provider agencies, and support clients to access other support services (e.g. referrals, counselling, health support, NDIS, job networks, education programs).
• Help support coordination of Family Violence plans
• Recording case notes in SupportLink for all scheduled group activities and evaluation of feedback forms
• Ensure client data and records are kept secure and confidential, and maintain client and staff attendance books, outreach records, and databases
• Support and plan the training and development of your team, including through the transfer of skills and mentoring
• Address any WHS hazards, incidents, accidents, nijuries and foster a professional and culturally safe work environment
• Keep secure and maintain property, vehicles and equipment
• With collaboratively to ensure program services and activities are culturally appropriate

About You

To be successful in this role, you will understand the Primary Health Care system and key issues relevant to Closing the Gap. You will be able to communicate in a culturally responsive manner, understanding the importance of traditional cultures, values and protocols. You must be able to provide leadership and support to team members by motivating staff to develop and implement program activities. You must be able to work autonomously, maintain accountability, set and meet deadlines, collect and analyse data and write reports. You should be familiar with Microsoft Office applications and be willing to travel and work in remote communities.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for essential skills and experience, and for expected duties and responsibilities.

Please Note:

• An Ochre Card (NT Working with Children's card) and a National Police Clearance (National Police check) obtainment is requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.
• All Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation employees are preferred to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (minimum of 3 COVID-19 vaccinations)
• Please ensure you have fulfilled these requirements before applying
• A current Driver's License is a requirement for this position

If you meet the above criteria and you're interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!

No recruitment agencies please

Anyinginyi Health is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment.

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Job Title: Aboriginal Identified Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Support Officer - Female

Classification: Public Health Services Section 

Salary: $72, 745.05 - $75,806.90 per annum

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Public Health Executive Manager

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave, free general dentistry and Remote retention allowance of $750!

Exciting opportunity for a full time Aboriginal Identified Tackling Indigenous (TIS) Support Officer in our Public Health Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

Commence an exciting opportunity where you will be joining our Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Team to contribute to closing the gap in Indigenous health outcomes by reducing tobacco smoking as the most significant risk factor for chronic disease among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples within our Barkly Region. You will experience everything Anyinginyi has to offer and understand how our Public Health Services Sections provide such an important role in Anyinginyi’s drive to be a Provider of High Quality Holistic Primary Health Care services to the Aboriginal communities of the Barkly region in a Culturally responsive way!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health's consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a full time Aboriginal Identified Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Support Officer - Female to join our Kalpa Purru Wirranjarlki – Public Health Services Section, here in Tennant Creek. This role is offered on a Full-Time basis.

In consultation with community, you will be part of a small team responsible for developing, promoting and undertaking a range of supportive, evidence-based resources and activities aimed to reduce the uptake of smoking, to promote smoke-free spaces, and supporting smoking cessation in Aboriginal communities within the Barkly region

Identified strategies will focus on community engagement as well as developing responsive, flexible, population and preventative health approaches to tobacco use outcomes to enhance community understanding of the effects of tobacco on overall and long-term health outcomes for Aboriginal people living in the Barkly Region.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

Duties

• Support ongoing development, coordination and facilitation of positive engagement, interventions and activities in accordance with the TIS program guidelines and organisational policies and practices.
• Assist the Team Leader and Communications and Education Officer in the delivery of regional smoking prevention related campaigns, community events, forums and information sharing that promotes tobacco awareness, cessation and smoke free environment.
• Proactively support development of sustainable and respectful networks with communities across the Barkly Region.
• Support the work of the National Best Practice Unit (NBPU) to identify, develop and assist in the delivery of responsive smoking prevention and cessation social marketing campaigns.
• Uphold the vision, mission and priorities of the organisation as determined by the Board of Directors and outlined in its Strategic Plan.
• Contribute to the identification and management of risk or potential risk to clients in order to reduce immediate concerns.
• Ensure all program material and content is up to date, appropriate, relevant and engaging for the target audience.
• Undertake administrative duties as directed in accordance with program and organisational expectations including report writing and the timely management of electronic client data records and registers to ensure compliance against funding obligations.
• Actively contribute to a professional and culturally safe work environment.
• Promote and support an alcohol, tobacco and other drugs free workplace strategies and exemplify aligned behaviours.
• Be involved in collaboration with key stakeholders including community, government and not-for-profit agencies, representing and advocating for Anyinginyi and the TIS program at all times.
• Work within limits of confidentiality and privacy appropriate to the TIS program.
• Participate in staff training and development, organisation-wide, site-based team meetings, collaborative planning activities and other meetings or activities relevant to this position.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems and processes, including work health and safety, to ensure programs and services meet professional and industry standards.
• Travel to remote communities.

About you

As this position is an Aboriginal Identified position to be successful in this role, you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Descent.

Please note: An Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s card) and a National Police Clearance (National Police check) obtainment is requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  

You will also need to possess the following: 

Essential skills and experience:

• Minimum Cert. III in Aboriginal Health or equivalent or be willing to undertake training in order to receive this qualification.
• Experience working in Aboriginal community health or welfare services and ability to support the delivery of culturally responsive programs and services with an understanding of the importance of traditional cultures, values and protocols.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain effective networks and relationships, in particular with diverse Aboriginal community groups.
• Demonstrated task completion for community forums or events with due dates.
• Well-developed communication skills necessary to report and inform a multi-disciplinary team and in cross-agency and cross-cultural environments, including guiding non-Aboriginal staff.
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Current NT driver's license.

Desirable:

• Experience and knowledge of the Tennant Creek and Barkly Region.
• Knowledge of the Barkly Region and working with Aboriginal& Torres Strait Islander people
• 4WD training.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly Region

Job Title: Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Team Support Officer (Male)

Classification: Public Health 

Salary: $72,745.05 - $75,806.90 per annum

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment conditions: Full Time

Reports to: Public Health Executive Manager

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave, free general dentistry and Remote Retention Allowance of $750!

ATSI Identified: This position is open only to those who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Exciting opportunity for a full time Tackling Indigenous (TIS) Male Support Officer in our Public Health Services Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

Commence an exciting opportunity where you will be joining our Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Team to contribute to closing the gap in Indigenous health outcomes by reducing tobacco smoking as the most significant risk factor for chronic disease among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples within our Barkly Region. You will experience everything Anyinginyi Health has to offer and understand how our Public Health Services Sections provide such an important role in Anyinginyi Health drive to be a Provider of High Quality Holistic Primary Health Care services to the Aboriginal communities of the Barkly region in a Culturally responsive way!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek Region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes, and vibrant, diverse, and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving and gold mining town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

As part of a small team and through community consultation, you will help develop and promote supportive resources and activities that are aimed at reducing the rates of smoking in Aboriginal communities and promoting smoke-free spaces, specifically in the Barkly Region. You will take responsive, flexible, and preventative health approaches to enhance community understanding of the effects of tobacco on overall and long-term health outcomes.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Assist the Team Leader and other Public Health staff to deliver smoking prevention and cessation campaigns, information sessions, and community events that are in accordance with the relevant guidelines and policies
• Help develop respectful relationships with Barkly Region communities
• Uphold the vision, mission and priorities of the organisation as determined by the Board of Directors
• Ensure all program materials are up to date, appropriate, relevant and engaging to the target audience
• Undertake administrative duties in line with program and organisational expectations, as directed
• Documenting and organising electronic client data records and registers
• Contribute to a culturally safe working environment
• Representing the TIS Program when collaborating with key stakeholders
• Work within the limits of confidentiality and privacy
• Travel to remote communities to deliver the TIS Program
• Participate in staff training and development

Please refer to the Job Description attached for further detail.

About You

As this position is an Aboriginal Identified position to be successful in this role, you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Descent. 

Essential skills and experience:

• Willingness to undertake relevant training
• Experience working Aboriginal Community health or welfare services
• Ability to support the delivery of culturally responsive programs and services
• Understanding and respect of traditional cultures, values and protocols
• Ability to develop and maintain effective networks and relationships, particularly with diverse Aboriginal community groups
• Good time management, able to complete tasks before due dates
• Good communication skills, and ability to work with the TIS Team, and other teams across the organisation
• Experience using Microsoft Office Applications, such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Able to create promotional and educational material such as posters

Desirable:

• Experience and knowledge of the Tennant Creek and Barkly Region.
• 4WD training.

Please note:

• A National Police Clearance
• Ochre Card (NT Working with Children's) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.
• All employees of Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Job Title: Trainee Dental Assistant

Salary: $54,772 per annum

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Dentist, through to the Executive Manager Health and Medical Services

Employment conditions: Per AHAC Enterprise Agreement 2025 - 2029

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave, free general dentistry and Employee access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic - with free prescriptions!

Exciting opportunity for a Full-time Trainee Dental Assistant in our Health & Medical Services Section (Allied Health), based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

The Trainee Dentist Assistant provides an exciting and rewarding opportunity within Health and Medical Section (Allied Health), specifically alongside the Dental team, ensuring all dental patients receive high-quality, professional and compassionate care.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience real job satisfaction every day!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Services and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high-quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek region

Year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role.

The Dental Assistant Trainee supports the delivery of oral health services by assisting dentists and oral health practitioners in clinical and administrative duties while completing formal training in dental assisting.

This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a culturally safe healthcare environment while undertaking a Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or equivalent qualification).

The trainee will work closely with the dental team to ensure patients receive high-quality, professional, and compassionate care.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

Duties

Clinical Support

• Prepare dental treatment rooms and instruments for patient care.
• Assist dentists and oral health practitioners during procedures.
• Sterilise and maintain dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control standards.
• Prepare and process dental materials as directed.
• Maintain stock and supplies within the clinic.

Patient Care

• Greet and support patients in a respectful and culturally safe manner.
• Assist patients to feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment.
• Provide oral health education and promote preventative dental care.

Administration

• Schedule appointments and manage patient records.
• Complete paperwork and data entry accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.

Training and Development

• Participate in all required traineeship studies and assessments.
• Attend workplace training sessions and supervision meetings.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and develop dental assisting skills.

Community Engagement

• Promote the values and mission of the ACCHO.
• Support outreach and community oral health promotion activities where required.

Please note: An Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s card) obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  

You will also need to possess the following: 

Essential skills and experience:

• Willingness to undertake and complete a Certificate III in Dental Assisting.

• Interest in oral health and community healthcare.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.

• Basic computer skills.

• Current Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain).

• National Police Check (or ability to obtain).

Desirable Criteria

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in healthcare, administration, or customer service.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek   

Job Title: Trauma Informed Care Practitioner

Classification: Administration, Support & Management roles (Admin)

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract

Salary: $98,592.16 - $115,679.34

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Executive Manager Stronger Families

Remote retention allowance: $1,500 after 1 year of service and $3,000 after 2 years’ service

Annual remote travel allowance: of $1,500 for personal travel after 1 year of service

Annual local Bi-Lingual allowance: Up to $1,500

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote Retention Allowance of $750!

Exciting opportunity for a full time Trauma Informed Care Practitioner in our Piliyintinji-ki - Stronger Families Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is a rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to 'Closing the Gap' in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek Region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

As a small regional centre, Tennant Creek does not have the facilities one would find in larger country towns like Katherine or Alice Springs however it does provide for all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket similar to a large IGA store, Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, two banks (ANZ & Westpac), restaurants and coffee shops, four hotels/motels, and a delicatessen. It also has sporting facilities (e.g. swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann!

About the Role

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a full time Trauma Informed Care Practitioner to join their Piliyintinji-ki - Stronger Families Section, here in Tennant Creek. This role is offered on a Full Time basis.

Reporting to the Executive Manager Stronger Families, the Trauma Informed Care Practitioner (Practitioner) is responsible for delivering high quality, trauma responsive support to children, families, and communities. The role ensures that all interactions, environments, and service processes are grounded in the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural humility. The practitioner works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to reduce re traumatisation, promote healing, and strengthen wellbeing outcomes.

The secondary aim of this position is to enhance trauma informed understanding and approaches within Aboriginal Primary Health Care in the NT.  The Practitioner will also be working with Aboriginal Primary Health Care services to support the process of sustainably embedding Culturally Responsive Trauma Informed Care (CRTIC) within all levels of the organisation.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

Direct Practice:

• Conduct trauma informed assessments to identify needs, strengths, risks, and trauma impacts.
• Create safe, predictable, and empowering environments for clients, families, and staff.
• Integrate referral pathways to ensure children and families receive holistic and coordinated care.

Collaboration & Service Integration:

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including clinicians, caseworkers, educators, health agencies, legal, Cultural advisors, and community partners.
• Participate in case reviews, multidisciplinary meetings, and coordinated care planning.
• Advocate for trauma informed approaches across systems and services.

Training, Education & Capacity Building:

• Deliver or contribute to trauma informed care training for staff, volunteers, or community groups.
• Support teams to embed trauma responsive practices into everyday operations.
• Provide reflective practice support or debriefing where appropriate.

Documentation & Compliance:  

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely case notes and records.
• Alongside other team members and in collaboration with services and expert consultants, develop and finalise training resources as well as program protocols.
• Contribute to developing the clinical relevance of program materials for the primary health care setting.

Cultural Safety & Inclusion:

• Apply culturally responsive and inclusive practice, recognising the impacts of intergenerational trauma.
• Work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and other groups disproportionately affected by trauma.

About you

To be successful in this role, you must be Tertiary qualified and hold relevant Registrations and qualifications in Social work, Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health, Community Services Social Worker or Occupational Therapist.

Due to the nature of the role, Anyinginyi is looking for someone with Postgraduate training or certification in trauma informed practice, somatic therapy, or therapeutic modalities. Experience in crisis intervention, mental health, family violence, child protection, or community development and knowledge of culturally specific healing frameworks, especially Aboriginal healing approaches.

Previous experience delivering primary health care services within an Aboriginal community will be highly regarded but is not mandatory.

Please note: 

• A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  
• All Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation employees are preferred be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19.

This position is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) identified position.

This position is designated Indigenous under Section 57 of the NT Anti-Discrimination Act. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply

APPLY NOW!!

Please Note, applications close 28 June 2026

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek   

Job Title: Trauma Informed Care Practitioner

Classification: Administration, Support & Management roles (Admin)

Employment Conditions: Full Time Contract

Salary: $98,592.16 - $115,679.34

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Executive Manager Stronger Families

Remote retention allowance: $1,500 after 1 year of service and $3,000 after 2 years’ service

Annual remote travel allowance: of $1,500 for personal travel after 1 year of service

Annual local Bi-Lingual allowance: Up to $1,500

Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave as well as personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year, free general dentistry and Remote Retention Allowance of $750!

Exciting opportunity for a full time Trauma Informed Care Practitioner in our Piliyintinji-ki - Stronger Families Section, based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is a rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to 'Closing the Gap' in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi consists of four different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

About the Tennant Creek Region

Year-round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

As a small regional centre, Tennant Creek does not have the facilities one would find in larger country towns like Katherine or Alice Springs however it does provide for all the basics that most people require. There is a supermarket similar to a large IGA store, Post Office, clothing and furniture stores, Pharmacy, Newsagent, two banks (ANZ & Westpac), restaurants and coffee shops, four hotels/motels, and a delicatessen. It also has sporting facilities (e.g. swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis court, football ground, car racing track), and several tourists attractions within easy reach Like our Beautiful Lake Mary Ann!

About the Role

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a full time Trauma Informed Care Practitioner to join their Piliyintinji-ki - Stronger Families Section, here in Tennant Creek. This role is offered on a Full Time basis.

Reporting to the Executive Manager Stronger Families, the Trauma Informed Care Practitioner (Practitioner) is responsible for delivering high quality, trauma responsive support to children, families, and communities. The role ensures that all interactions, environments, and service processes are grounded in the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural humility. The practitioner works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to reduce re traumatisation, promote healing, and strengthen wellbeing outcomes.

The secondary aim of this position is to enhance trauma informed understanding and approaches within Aboriginal Primary Health Care in the NT.  The Practitioner will also be working with Aboriginal Primary Health Care services to support the process of sustainably embedding Culturally Responsive Trauma Informed Care (CRTIC) within all levels of the organisation.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

Direct Practice:

• Conduct trauma informed assessments to identify needs, strengths, risks, and trauma impacts.
• Create safe, predictable, and empowering environments for clients, families, and staff.
• Integrate referral pathways to ensure children and families receive holistic and coordinated care.

Collaboration & Service Integration:

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including clinicians, caseworkers, educators, health agencies, legal, Cultural advisors, and community partners.
• Participate in case reviews, multidisciplinary meetings, and coordinated care planning.
• Advocate for trauma informed approaches across systems and services.

Training, Education & Capacity Building:

• Deliver or contribute to trauma informed care training for staff, volunteers, or community groups.
• Support teams to embed trauma responsive practices into everyday operations.
• Provide reflective practice support or debriefing where appropriate.

Documentation & Compliance:  

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely case notes and records.
• Alongside other team members and in collaboration with services and expert consultants, develop and finalise training resources as well as program protocols.
• Contribute to developing the clinical relevance of program materials for the primary health care setting.

Cultural Safety & Inclusion:

• Apply culturally responsive and inclusive practice, recognising the impacts of intergenerational trauma.
• Work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and other groups disproportionately affected by trauma.

About you

To be successful in this role, you must be Tertiary qualified and hold relevant Registrations and qualifications in Social work, Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health, Community Services Social Worker or Occupational Therapist.

Due to the nature of the role, Anyinginyi is looking for someone with Postgraduate training or certification in trauma informed practice, somatic therapy, or therapeutic modalities. Experience in crisis intervention, mental health, family violence, child protection, or community development and knowledge of culturally specific healing frameworks, especially Aboriginal healing approaches.

Previous experience delivering primary health care services within an Aboriginal community will be highly regarded but is not mandatory.

Please note: 

• A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children’s) card obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  
• All Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation employees are preferred be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply

APPLY NOW!!

Please Note, applications close 28 June 2026

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Job Title: Registered Nurse – Diabetes Educator

Classification: Medical

Salary: $120,751 - $131,350 per annum, negotiable with skills & experience.

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Clinical Services Manager

Employment conditions: Per AHAC Enterprise Agreement

Exciting opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse – Diabetes Educator,

based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About us

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is a multi-disciplinary organisation with approximately 120 employees across a diverse range of services, which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region, dedicated to ‘Closing the Gap’ in Aboriginal health within remote Australia.

Anyinginyi Health consists of five different sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, People & Capability, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

Anyinginyi Health's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

What we Offer you 

·         Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 pa.

·         Subsidised accommodation for candidates outside of the Barkly region

·         Up to $5000 relocation assistance and up to $5000 repatriation assistance.

·         6 weeks annual leave and personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year

·         Up to $1500 study allowance after 1 year of service

·         Study leave can be negotiated

·         Remote retention allowance of $1500 after 1 year of service and $3000 after 2                    years’ service

·         Annual remote travel allowance of $1500 for personal travel after 1 year of service

·         Annual local Bi- Lingual allowance of up to $1500

·         Employee access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic – with free Prescriptions

·         Free General Dentistry (Lab Work to be paid by employee)

About the Tennant Creek region

Year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage but is a remarkable community to set up home in!

500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a university, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.

About the Role

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation has an exciting opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse – Diabetes Educator to join their Parlpuru Ninji Kari – Health Services Section, here in Tennant Creek. This role is offered on a Full Time basis.

Reporting to the Clinical Services Manager, through to the Health Services Section Executive Manager, the Registered Nurse – Diabetes Educator requires strict confidentiality, initiative and innovation.

This position necessitates strong relationships with clients, effective collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of colleagues within the Health Services Section as well as other service providers, and an holistic philosophy to overall good health and wellbeing.  More specifically, the responsibilities of this position will assist Anyinginyi to work toward improving Aboriginal health in Tennant Creek and surrounding region.

More specifically, some of your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Contributes to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with chronic health conditions through better access to coordinated and multidisciplinary care.
• Contributes to closing the gap in life expectancy by improved access to culturally appropriate mainstream primary health care services (including but not limited to general practice, allied health and specialists) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to understand diabetes and how to manage it.
• Advises on the importance of following a care plan, which may include structured support for diabetes self-management and assistance with care plan compliance.
• Provides support in identifying signs that the client’s condition may require further assistance from a health professional.
• Maximises community and individual self-reliance, self-care and participation.
• Involves collaboration with other agencies and sector to support an integrated referral and advocacy system.
• Involves documentation and procedural adherence, including Medicare billing.

Administration and general

• Identify and maintain a register of all people within Anyinginyi’s service delivery area with diabetes.
• Maintain high quality of practice knowledge, skills and expertise through active participation in professional development including current registration with AHPRA, meeting the continuing professional development standards set by AHPRA, and meeting any other Mandatory Registration Standards.
• Provide advice to clients on diet, smoking, alcohol, other drugs and other lifestyle issues which relate to health and wellbeing.
• Provide capacity building education and information sessions to community.
• Involve traditional elders and leaders in promoting health and wellbeing within the community.
• Work within limits of confidentiality and privacy appropriate to this portfolio.
• Participate in staff training and development, organisation-wide, site based team meetings, collaborative planning activities and other meetings or activities relevant to this position.
• Travel to remote communities.

Clinical

• Maintain the Anyinginyi client registration in accordance with client information systems – Communicare as well as Medicare Closing the Gap (CTG) e-PIP guidelines.
• Work closely with the GPs and other health professionals (including locum staff) to ensure that services offered to clients’ meet contemporary standards for high quality care and consistency with diabetes treatment and management including telehealth consultations.
• Provide high quality diabetes nursing care to individuals with diabetes, their families and support network.
• Provide high quality diabetes education to individuals with diabetes, their families and support network.
• Provide high quality healthy living education with diabetes, their families and their support network.
• Be familiar with and competent in the use of standard basic medical equipment.
• Dispense pharmaceutical therapies, including the administration of vaccines and prescribed pharmaceuticals for common conditions.
• Assist in implementation of quality assurance and other evaluation programs to ensure a high quality of clinical care.
• All clinicians are expected to work as part of the team in a variety of clinical activities. These may include cold chain/vaccine fridge management, infectious disease/hazardous waste management, packing of pathology specimens and infection control.

Community Care

• Work closely with all Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHPs) to improve engagement and access by Aboriginal clients to health services and the attendance for necessary recalls.
• Participate in dealing with issues affecting the social and emotional wellbeing of the community in line and associated with diabetes activities.
• Deliver health education and health promotion.
• Facilitate and participate in the opportunistic and community screening activities.
• Visit remote communities as required and as negotiated with the Practice Nurse Manager and the Health Services Section Manager.

Management and Teams

• Advocate for rights and needs of individuals, families and communities on health related issues.
• Demonstrate safe work practices.
• Provide informal training, specifically support and education for AHPs, Doctors, RNs and other Health Centre support staff where relevant and necessary.

Research

• Accurately record and collect data on community health.
• Contribute to clinical reports and research activities.

About you

To be considered for this position, you must be a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA Registration, with a Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education and/or relevant experience providing clinical care and education to individuals with diabetes. 

Experience working with an Aboriginal organisation or communities will be highly regarded but is not essential, provided you are able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the issues pertaining to Aboriginal Primary Health Care and the social determinants of health in our surrounding communities.

A thorough understanding of the primary health care system and issues relevant to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including the ability to communicate and support the delivery of culturally responsive programs and services.

A Confident communicator with the ability to conduct 1-on-1 and group sessions to educate clients and staff on best practice for diabetes health management, and you will be innovative in your response to the changing health needs of Aboriginal clients, with a willingness to incorporate local values and protocols in wellbeing programs and services.

Please note: A National Police Clearance and Ochre Card (NT Working with Children card) obtainment is a requirement prior to commencement in this role. Please refer to NT Safe for further information.  

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation where you can really make a difference in our local community, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies please

• Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

  Job Title: Female RN/Aboriginal Health Practitioner - Child and Maternal Health

  Classification: Medical

  Salary: RN: $120,751.00 – $129,728.00 p.a.
               ATSIHP: $116,830.74- $124,284.54

  Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

  Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

  Employment Type: Full Time

  Reports to: Clinical Services Manager

  Employment conditions: Per AHAC Enterprise Agreement

  Amazing further benefits including 6 weeks annual leave, free general dentistry, Remote retention allowance of $750 and Relocation assistance up to $5,000 to help you get settled into town!

   

  Exciting opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse – Diabetes Educator,

  based in Tennant Creek.

   

  Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

   

  This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

   

  You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

   

About Us:

We are an Abo­rig­i­nal com­mu­ni­ty-con­trolled organ­i­sa­tion com­mit­ted to achiev­ing health equi­ty for Abo­rig­i­nal peo­ple in the Bark­ly region. To achieve our goal, we employ over 100 peo­ple across a diverse range of roles in each of our key sec­tions of Health Ser­vices, Pub­lic Health, Stronger Fam­i­lies and Cor­po­rate Services.

About the Role:

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be required to provide high quality health care services to the population of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly communities. 

You will play an important role in delivering team goals to manage illness, promote well-being, maintain health systems, provide education and encourage community health action. 

What we Offer you:

• Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 pa.
• Subsidised accommodation for candidates outside of the Barkly region
• Up to $5000 relocation assistance and up to $5000 repatriation assistance.
• 6 weeks annual leave and personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year
• Up to $1500 study allowance after 1 year of service
• Study leave can be negotiated
• Remote retention allowance of $1500 after 1 year of service and $3000 after 2 years’ service
• Annual remote travel allowance of $1500 for personal travel after 1 year of service
• Annual local Bi- Lingual allowance of up to $1500
• Employee access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic – with free Prescriptions
• Free General Dentistry (Lab Work to be paid by employee)

Key responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the effective delivery of child and maternal health services to Anyinginyi clients.
• Undertake universal and extended child health checks and developmental screening opportunistically and as required.
• In consultation with the multi-disciplinary team, assist with the development of care plans for children with chronic conditions.
• Undertake case management and care coordination for children with complex needs where multiple specialist service input is required.
• In collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team and local stakeholders, coordinate and implement the Childhood Immunisation Program as per state schedule.
• Provide reports and support to Territory Families (Department of Children and Families) for children in care.
• Coordinate the delivery of ear health screening and associated services including the delivery of relevant staff education on child and maternal health.
• Provide education and support to the multidisciplinary team to improve staff knowledge, skills and understanding of child health service delivery within the Anyinginyi primary health care setting.
• Coordinate and facilitate relevant specialist visits.
• Utilise electronic patient information management system (Communicare) to identify care needs (through use of recall and report lists) and document patient consultation in line with Anyinginyi’s procedures.
• In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, provide education to clients and families on child health care.
•  

About You:

• Current Registered Nurse AHPRA registration
• Familiar with the CARPA Standard Treatment Manual
• Demonstrated knowledge, interpersonal skills and ability to sensitively communicate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, values and beliefs.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and culturally appropriate.
• Current certification to administer vaccines in the NT (or able to obtain)
• Post Graduate Qualifications preferably in Remote Area Nursing or Child Health Nursing.
• High level of communication, negotiation and consultation skills
• Knowledge and experience monitoring health and safety standards
• Current NT drivers' license 
• Meet Public Health Orders for health industry workers in NT
• Be full COVID -19 Vaccinated

How to Apply:

We are not requesting a copy of your resume at this stage, so please complete the requested work history & education information on the application page.

If you are a highly motivated individual looking for a new career opportunity and you are ready to progress your career with expe­ri­ence you won’t find any­where else, we’d be delighted to hear from you!

APPLY NOW

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.

No recruitment agencies please

Location: Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region

Job Title: Sexual Health Aboriginal Health Practitioner - Male

Classification: Clinical

Salary: $116,830.74 - $124,284.54 per annum,

Generous salary packaging: $15,899.94p/a

Professional development incentive: Allowance of $1,500p/a

Employment Type: Full Time

Reports to: Clinical Services Manager

Employment conditions: Per AHAC Enterprise Agreement

ATSI Identified: This position is open only to those who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.

Exciting opportunity for a full time Sexual Health Aboriginal Health Practitioner,

based in Tennant Creek.

Join this community-based organisation and make a genuine difference to our community!

This is a Rewarding role where you will truly make a difference in the lives of our Remote Communities, providing the chance to experience real job satisfaction every day - don't miss out!

You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will receive personal and professional development opportunities from an employer who wants to provide optimum working conditions!

About the Role...

This is a responsible position requiring strict confidentiality, initiative and innovation while supporting Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation’s (Anyinginyi) mission: to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health services featuring prevention and treatment in the Barkly region in a culturally responsive way.

This position necessitates strong relationships with clients, effective collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of colleagues within the Health Services Section as well as other service providers, and a holistic philosophy to overall good health and wellbeing.  More specifically, the responsibilities of this position will assist Anyinginyi Health to work toward improving Aboriginal health in Tennant Creek, including surrounding communities.

In this role, you will be responsible for: 

• Provide sexual health and family planning counselling as appropriate.
• Provide advice to clients on diet, smoking, alcohol, other drugs and other lifestyle issues which relate to health and wellbeing.
• Provide capacity building education and information sessions to community.
• Apply strict confidentiality practices and guidelines to all patient, client, personal and
  commercially sensitive information.
• Coordinate with clinical staff the management of the point of care testing program.

About Us...

Anyinginyi Health is made up of key sections (Health Services, Business Services, Public Health Unit, Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families, People and Capabilities and Corporate Governance Services) which allow them to have a holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.

What we offer you:

• Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 pa.
• Subsidised accommodation for candidates outside of the Barkly region
• Up to $5000 relocation assistance and up to $5000 repatriation assistance.
• 6 weeks annual leave and personal/carer’s leave up to 10 days per year
• Up to $1500 study allowance after 1 year of service
• Study leave can be negotiated
• Remote retention allowance of $1500 after 1 year of service and $3000 after 2 years’ service
• Annual remote travel allowance of $1500 for personal travel after 1 year of service
• Annual local Bi- Lingual allowance of up to $1500
• Employee access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic – with free Prescriptions
• Free General Dentistry (Lab Work to be paid by employee)

About You...

• Registered to practice as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner (minimum Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice) and have current AHPRA registration
• Evidenced understanding of the Primary Health Care system
• Ability to communicate sensitively and culturally appropriate 
• Certification to vaccinate in the NT or ability to achieve this
• Respect for and responsiveness to Aboriginal culture and protocols
• Experience facilitating clinical education
• Current Driver's licence
• OCHRE Card (Working with Children) or the ability to apply
• Be fully Covid-19 vaccinated

How to Apply...

We are not requesting a copy of your resume at this stage, so please complete the requested work history and education information on the application page.

If you are a highly motivated individual looking for a new career opportunity and you are ready to progress your career with expe­ri­ence you won’t find any­where else, we’d be delighted to hear from you!

APPLY NOW!

This position is designated Indigenous under Section 57 of the NT Anti-Discrimination Act. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander men are encouraged to apply.