Facilitate and encourage access by the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to mainstream health services through education, direct assistance, and participation in community consultation mechanisms developed by the District.

I worked in consultation with key stakeholders to analyse the cultural environment and to develop advance holistic cultural change across UnitingCare Queensland.The key strengths I used in this position included:- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural liaison- Cultural consultancy- Cultural advocacy - Trainer & assessor (qualified)- Event planning and management- Conference, event and retreat facilitator- Outreach education- Elder engagement-… Show more I worked in consultation with key stakeholders to analyse the cultural environment and to develop advance holistic cultural change across UnitingCare Queensland.The key strengths I used in this position included:- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural liaison- Cultural consultancy- Cultural advocacy - Trainer & assessor (qualified)- Event planning and management- Conference, event and retreat facilitator- Outreach education- Elder engagement- Project management Show less

I was employed by the Queensland Aids Council in the 2Spirits Program as a Health Promotion Officer. In this role I developed, implemented and monitored health promotion projects across Queensland aimed at preventing the spread of HIV, other sexually transmitted infections, and Hepatitis C. The primary target population was Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) communities, including at risk priority groups. I also provided training and education, and liaised closely with Indigenous… Show more I was employed by the Queensland Aids Council in the 2Spirits Program as a Health Promotion Officer. In this role I developed, implemented and monitored health promotion projects across Queensland aimed at preventing the spread of HIV, other sexually transmitted infections, and Hepatitis C. The primary target population was Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) communities, including at risk priority groups. I also provided training and education, and liaised closely with Indigenous Elders, community leaders and health workers. The key responsibilities in this role were many and varied, and included:- Conducting outreach education and support through local ATSI community forums- Conducting in-service training to both ATSI & mainstream health workers- Conducting information sessions for ATSI at risk groups- Coordinating the implementation of education campaigns, events and promotions- Liaising with other ATSI health services, at a local, state and national level- Providing advocacy and referral for target populations within the ATSI communities- Contributing to the strategic development of the program- Maintaining an up to date knowledge of ATSI health issues- Contributing to planning and policy development. Show less