Transport Driver (50D Identified position)

About the Organisation

The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.

About the Benefits

A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900
• Study leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 12 days of personal leave per year
• NAIDOC Day holiday
• Personalized professional development opportunities

About the Role

To operate a motor vehicle as required by Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service and to be responsible for the safe provision of client transport. The successful applicant must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres strait Islander.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a motor vehicle less than 1.2 tonnes in accordance with the Derbarl Yerrigan Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Provide transport for clients to and from the Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service, hospitals and clients’ homes, ensuring that the clients are transported in sufficient time to meet medical clinic appointment times.
• Ensure that clients and children are secure in the vehicle by use of seatbelts, capsules and booster seats.
• Provide daily feedback to the Clinic Manager and reception staff in regard to client problems.
• Complete transport paperwork, enter data into Communicare for monthly statistical reports.
• Liaise with medical reception staff and other program areas to ensure that all transport needs are covered.
• Conduct routine maintenance check on the vehicle(s) such as fuel, oil, water, other fluid and tyre pressure checks and replacement where necessary. 8. Perform other duties as required by the Clinic Manager.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act.
• Previous experience in operating a motor vehicle.
• Ability to take responsibility for the operation and care of a motor vehicle.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Clients of Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Familiarity with the Perth metropolitan areas and locations including suburbs and major roadways.
• Computer literacy skills.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity Legislation.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake further training to enhance skills.
• Current Senior First Aid CertificateAppointment Pre-requisites

A copy of the Job Description can be obtained by contacting People Services Team on 1800 311 *** or ****@dyhs.org.au

How to Apply:

Please apply through SEEK, applications must include:

Current Resume including current contact details; and

Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.

Please note shortlisting will commence immediately.

Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.

The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.