Roebourne WA location

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Part time [25 hours a week]

About Mawarnkarra Health Service (MHS)

Mawarnkarra (MHS) is the largest primary health care provider providing direct services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in the Roebourne area. MHS provides the families of Roebourne with a fully functional and accredited Clinic that treats approximately 3,000 people per year.

Delivering quality medical services to improve the physical, spiritual, cultural, social and emotional wellbeing for families. MHS aspires to be a strong, sustainable and recognised health service that builds healthier communities and positive change for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and those who call Roebourne home.

MHS is looking for people who want to make a real difference in the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

The Position
The Alcohol and Nutrition Kitchen Hand position is part of the Program Services Team of Mawarnkarra Health Service.
The Service’s objective is to provide holistic, primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of the West Pilbara region. The objective of this role is to ensure that those people in the community with a dependency problem receive at least one nutritious meal a day, by assisting and supporting the Alcohol and Nutrition Cook in their role.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. (Refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (WA) 1984).

The Requirements

Shopping, preparation of meals, delivery of meals.

Preparation of weekly meals lists and shop accordingly.

Provide catering services to the service when requested.

Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen at all times; this includes mopping of floors every afternoon or as required during the day.

Apply the highest standards of health and safety in the preparation of food.

Always utilise safe operating procedures.

Ensure that personal protective equipment is worn.

Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.

Help reduce the risk of spread of infection by providing a clean and safe environment.

Demonstrate an understanding of and compliance with all Mawarnkarra policies and procedures.

Participate in maintaining a safe working environment.

Other Requirements

Current Western Australian drivers license

COVID-19 vaccinated

Consent to undergo a WA Working With Children Check and a National Police Clearance

Current CPR certificate

Able to pass regular and random drug and alcohol testing

Complete an online tutorial, safety and hygiene through; https://karratha.wa.gov.au/im-alert-food-safety

Attend and participate in the professional development program and relevant external seminars and conferences, as approved.

Remuneration Benefits include:

Hourly rate of $30 (part-time, 25 hours per week)

12% Superannuation

Housing and District allowances (subject to eligibility)

Generous Salary Sacrifice options available

Applications

For queries or to submit your resume please contact [email protected]
Please address the Skills and Experience mentioned above, in your Resume/Cover Letter.

MHS may commence appointment proceedings immediately, appoint by invitation or make no appointment at all. This opportunity is only open to candidates with the right to work in Australia.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. (Refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (WA) 1984).