MIDWIFE

Midwife - Drive Close the Gap by providing Culturally Safe Services Full time, Monday to Friday with no after-hours or weekend work Salary Sacrificing Options to Increase Your Net Pay Organisation Overview Established in 2002, Carbal Medical Services is a not-for-profit, charitable organisation dedicated to delivering comprehensive health services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Toowoomba and Warwick regions. Carbals core mission is to provide holistic primary health care, fostering positive health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and their families. Position Overview This role will see you working as part of a team to deliver exceptional standards of care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. The Midwife position is critical to increasing access to antenatal and post-natal care for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families. Understanding of the national privacy principles and the importance of confidentiality will make you stand apart from other applicants. Ideally, you will have hospital or community-based maternity experience. You are a savvy communicator who can rapidly establish trust and respect with clinicians and patients. You will be supported directly by the lead Doctor and the Clinic Manager. This position is based at our Warwick Primary Health Care Clinic. Main Duties and Key Responsibilities Coordinate care for antenatal and postnatal women Work as part of a multidisciplinary team Provide one-on-one support to help women access necessary resources Mental health and wellbeing support Contraception advice Postnatal checks and home visits Midwife consultations Breastfeeding support Support and advocacy Offer support and appropriate referrals to other services Conduct home visits and monitor client engagement Ensure all babies presenting at the clinic have completed antenatal follow-up care, including 715 health assessments and family support Requirements: Current registration with AHPRA. This is a mandatory requirement of the position; Interest in and understanding of issues that relate to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families; Knowledge with working with children and families through their antenatal and postnatal journeys; Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships. Demonstrated effective organisational skills, including the ability to effectively prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Current Open C Class Driver's License valid in Queensland. Satisfactory Police Check no Serious/Criminal/Court Record. Current CPR certification Desirable (not essential): What We Can Offer You Salary Sacrificing Options: Increase your take-home pay with our salary sacrificing options. Impactful Work: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team making a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Inclusive Environment: Work in a supportive, culturally rich environment that values diversity and inclusivity. Flexible Pay Access: Access a portion of your pay as you earn it. Christmas Leave: Enjoy two weeks off over the Christmas period. Free Gym Membership: Stay healthy with access to a gym membership. Employee Assistance Program: Access professional support services to ensure your wellbeing. Annual Uniform Allowance: Receive an allowance to maintain your professional attire. Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from discounts with our tyre service partner. Staff Events: Participate in all-staff events held two to four times a year. Professional Development: Enrol in our comprehensive suite of online professional development courses. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Carbal Medical Services and contribute to positive health outcomes for First Nations communities, we encourage you to apply! Submit your resume and cover letter by COB Friday, 10th December 2024, by selecting the "apply now" button. * Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only. Carbal Medical Services reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. ** Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only those successful will be contacted. This is a non-identified position. Carbal is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr