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Greater Western Aboriginal Health Service

Phone: +298 367300

Address: 2 Palmerston Road 2770

Website: http://www.gwahs.net.au

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24.01.2022 WACHS values our Midwives who work in our programs supporting, empowering and caring for women, children and families in our communities. We believe investing in our Midwives is integral to closing the gap in child and maternal health for our mob. #IDM2021 #SoWMy #midwivessaveslives #investinmidwives

24.01.2022 There is some great information on the below website for all of Western Sydney www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/COVID-19-Wellbeing/home

23.01.2022 For the tenth consecutive day, NSW has reported no recent cases of locally transmitted COVID-19. One case in a returned overseas traveller in hotel quarantine ...was diagnosed in the 24 hours to 8pm last night, bringing the total number of cases in NSW to 4,046. There were 4,789 tests reported in the 24-hour reporting period, compared with 8,305 in the previous 24 hours. Testing numbers have dropped recently, which is a concern. NSW Health is appealing to the community to come forward for testing right away if you have even the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be COVID-19. If people don’t come forward and get tested, we can’t keep the pandemic at bay. This is particularly important with school holidays and increased movement of people around the state. Locations linked to known cases, advice on testing and isolation, and areas identified for increased testing can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates. NSW Health is treating 52 COVID-19 cases, including three in intensive care, none of whom are being ventilated. Seventy-nine per cent of cases being treated by NSW Health are in non-acute, out-of-hospital care. COVID-19 may be continuing to circulate in the community and we must all be vigilant. To help stop the spread of COVID-19: - If you are unwell, get tested and isolate right away don’t delay. - Wash your hands regularly. Take hand sanitiser with you when you go out. - Keep your distance. Leave 1.5 metres between yourself and others. - Wear a mask on public transport, ride share, taxis, shopping, places of worship and other places where you can’t physically distance. When taking taxis or rideshares, commuters should sit in the back and wear a mask. COVID-19 testing clinics can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics, or call your GP.

22.01.2022 To all our Penrith Clinic Clients , Dr Prabash has left the Clinic but we do have our Mt Druitt Clinic Doctor's onsite and they are happy to take new clients.

21.01.2022 NSW has reported three new cases of locally transmitted COVID-19 through to 8pm last night. Two cases in overseas travellers in hotel quarantine were diagnosed ...in the 24 hours to 8pm last night. One recently reported case has been excluded after further investigations, bringing the total number of cases in NSW to 4,088. There were 12,823 tests reported in the 24-hour reporting period, compared with 15,439 in the previous 24 hours. Two of the locally acquired cases are linked to a known case or cluster one of these is linked to the Liverpool private clinic cluster, and the other is a social contact of a previously reported confirmed case of unknown source. The third locally acquired case is under investigation and people who were at the following medical facility at the date and time below are considered casual contacts of a known case. These people should monitor for symptoms and if they develop get tested for COVID-19 and self-isolate. - Lakemba Radiology, from noon to 2.30pm on October 1. We are also updating previous casual contact advice for passengers on a bus from Central to Strathfield. This bus was a train replacement service. All passengers on the bus are now considered close contacts and are advised to immediately get tested for COVID-19 and self-isolate for 14 days from the time of travel. Passengers should remain isolated for the full 14 days regardless of their test result. - Bus from Central at 11.48pm on October 4 arriving Strathfield 12.15am on October 5. Locations linked to known cases, advice on testing and isolation, and areas identified for increased testing can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates. NSW Health continues to call on the community to increase testing across Sydney, even with the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be COVID-19. COVID-19 testing clinics can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/how-to-protectyourself- and-others/clinics, or call your GP. NSW Health is treating 55 COVID-19 cases, including one in intensive care who does not require ventilation. Eighty-seven per cent of cases being treated by NSW Health are in non-acute, out-of-hospital care. COVID-19 is still likely circulating in the community and we must all be vigilant. To help stop the spread of COVID-19: - If you are unwell, get tested and isolate right away don’t delay. - Wash your hands regularly. Take hand sanitiser with you when you go out. - Keep your distance. Leave 1.5 metres between yourself and others. - Wear a mask when using public transport, rideshares and taxis, and in shops, places of worship and other places where you can’t physically distance. When taking taxis or rideshares, commuters should also sit in the back.

18.01.2022 POSITION VACANT Aboriginal Health Worker-Clinical Stream This is a fulltime position at our Mt Druitt Clinic and is an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander identified position. When applying for the position, please address the below essential criteria in your cover letter with 2 current referees. More details are available at www.gwahs.net.au.... Essential Criteria Aboriginality Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (Practice) or equivalent or working towards achieving the qualification. Demonstrated experience of working independently and/or showing initiative in relation to patient care Understanding and knowledge of specialist medical, allied health and support services locally Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of, respect for and compliance with culturally appropriate ways of working with Aboriginal individuals, families and communities Demonstrated knowledge of the primary health care setting in a variety of locations or ability to develop this knowledge base in the brief period of time. Computer literacy and a high standard of report writing Driver’s License About the position The Aboriginal Health Worker directs patient contact and provides a full range of primary care support services under the supervision of the General Practitioners and clinic staff in a way that fully supports a high standards of quality care Closing date for the position 09/05/2021 Contact name Jelis Fatema Contact phone number 02 98367300 or email - [email protected] Send applications to; [email protected]

17.01.2022 Tyrell on NAIDOC

17.01.2022 NAIDOC November

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14.01.2022 For the eleventh consecutive day, NSW has reported no recent cases of locally transmitted COVID 19. Eleven cases in overseas travellers in hotel quarantine wer...e diagnosed in the 24 hours to 8pm last night, bringing the total number of cases in NSW to 4,057. There were 5,385 tests reported in the 24-hour reporting period, compared with 4,789 in the previous 24 hours. Testing numbers have dropped recently, which is a concern. NSW Health is appealing to the community to come forward for testing right away if you have even the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be COVID-19. People in the Hawkesbury and South Western Sydney are particularly being called on to come forward for testing if they have any symptoms after the state’s sewage surveillance program detected fragments of the virus at the North Richmond and West Camden treatment plants. The most recent cases in the West Camden catchment were reported in September, but no one living in the North Richmond catchment has recently tested positive for COVID-19. Virus fragments in sewage can mean that there are active cases in the catchment area, but people can continue to ‘shed’ virus genetic material for some weeks after recovery. COVID-19 testing clinics can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics, or call your GP. NSW Health is treating 50 COVID-19 cases, including three in intensive care, none of whom are being ventilated. Eighty per cent of cases being treated by NSW Health are in non-acute, out-of-hospital care. COVID-19 may be continuing to circulate in the community and we must all be vigilant. To help stop the spread of COVID-19: - If you are unwell, get tested and isolate right away don’t delay. - Wash your hands regularly. Take hand sanitiser with you when you go out. - Keep your distance. Leave 1.5 metres between yourself and others. - Wear a mask when using public transport, rideshares and taxis, and in shops, places of worship and other places where you can’t physically distance. When taking taxis or rideshares, commuters should also sit in the back. Locations linked to known cases, advice on testing and isolation, and areas identified for increased testing can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates.

14.01.2022 Book an appointment today

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13.01.2022 1 month to go! The National Indigenous Touch Football Knockout taps off in 1 month's time so make sure your team is registered at bit.ly/nitfko2020register QUIT B FITWACHS

09.01.2022 POSITION VACANT General Practitioner - Penrith Clinic Minimum qualifications for the position; The general practitioner is required to be appropriately trained and experienced in the discipline of general practice, and assessed as competent for the position in rural New South Wales....Continue reading

09.01.2022 NAIDOC with Will and Braydon

07.01.2022 PLEASE DONT BE COMPLACENT AND GET TESTED IF YOU HAVE FLU LIKE SYMPTOMS

05.01.2022 Book into our Penrith or Mt Druitt Clinic today for your COVID Vaccine. No walk ins will be accepted

05.01.2022 It is important to talk to your family about Organ and Tissue Donation. Anna Ah See has spoken on the journey with her Mum, Lesley to heart transplantation. Don’t forget to register today at DonateLife.gov.au

01.01.2022 Thanks to Blake Ferguson and Will Smith for joining our GWAHS team today. Our Clontarf students have had lots of fun chatting with the players in between getting their Health Checks.

01.01.2022 NEW LOCATION IN KATOOMBA We have an exciting opportunity at our new location in Katoomba. A fulltime position of Medical Receptionist/Transport Officer based at our Cascade Street, Katoomba office working Monday - Friday is now available. This is an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander identified position and for details on how to apply, please visit our website at www.gwahs.net.au. A cover letter, current resume and 2 references are required along with addressing the fo...llowing criteria: Minimum qualifications for the position: Aboriginality Previous experience in a receptionist / secretary role which includes managing the day to day operation of the reception area Ability to oversee and support the operations of a demanding client focused work environment Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate with local Aboriginal people Computer skills including experience with patient appointment programs and patient information recall systems Willingness to undertake professional training and development to support the Medical Receptionist roles and responsibilities Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history, and current issues affecting lives of Aboriginal people Working with Children and Criminal Record check clearances and a current NSW Drivers Licence About the position To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support, advocate and liaise for the Blue Mountains Community within the Clinic environment. The position provides the first point of contact for clients entering the clinic. It is responsible for a high level of customer service, processing appointments and client data. The position primarily provides transport services to assist the day to day operations of the clinic and health program and provide a quality client service. Closing date for the position 12/04/2021 If you have any questions in regards to the role, please contact: Vee (Veenita Rao) - Clinic Team Leader 0417883736 or [email protected]