About the Opportunity

The Sexual Health Nurse directly reports to the Clinical Lead Newman and is accountable to the Director of Clinical Services and is responsible for increasing the testing of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Blood Borne Viruses (BBVs) to the at risk group across the Martu Aboriginal communities of Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu and Kunawarritji. This is in response to a Syphilis outbreak and endemic levels of other STIs and will be achieved through supporting the existing comprehensive primary health care approach and improved processes.

About You

To be considered for this position, candidates must be able to clearly demonstrate their ability to meet the below Essential Selection Criteria:

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.

Demonstrated skills and experience in sexual health or primary health care nursing.

Experience in the planning, provision, management and evaluation of sexual health services within an Indigenous primary health care setting.

Excellent knowledge and understanding of issues affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people.

Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively as part of a team in a remote setting.

Highly developed and demonstrated communication (verbal and in writing) skills, with a particular emphasis on developing effective working relationships with a variety of interest groups, individuals and organisations.

Ability to conduct training and education sessions to a range of audiences including young people, health professionals, and community members.

An ability to work, reside and travel independently in a remote region.

Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs.

High level of integrity in maintaining both organisational and client confidentiality.

In addition to the above, the desirable criteria are:

The person identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and is acknowledged as such by their community.

Post-graduate qualifications in sexual health.

Experience in using electronic patient information database systems (preferably Communicare) within the primary health care setting.

About the Benefits

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $99,722.94 - $1125,874.44 per annum plus superannuation. You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take home pay. In addition, you will have access to a number of fantastic benefits including:

5 weeks’ annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

Mobile Phone allowance

Fully subsidised accommodation

Power subsidy in accordance with the PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy

Support to further invest in your career through additional training + study leave options

Employee Assistance Program

Retention Initiatives in accordance with the PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with remote Aboriginal communities and make a drastic impact to the health and well-being outcomes of these communities.

PAMS operates five sites, supported by a range of clinicians, community health workers and other ancillary workers. Although the successful candidates will have a substantive location (Newman) they must be prepared from time to time to work across any one of these sites should they be required.

PAMS operates in some of the most remote parts of Australia and staff are required to be proficient at driving a 4WD vehicle and willing to fly in light aircraft.

About the Organisation

PAMS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service providing holistic and culturally secure primary healthcare to the Martu people across Newman and the remote communities of Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu, and Kunawarritji. We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our people by delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate services.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting community-led organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit:

A cover letter (max 1 page) addressing your suitability

A current CV with two referees

Note: Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. PAMS reserves the right to appoint an applicant to this role prior to the closing date.

Contact People & Culture at [email protected] for more info.