Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker Advanced (Identified)

Queensland Health; Townsville City; Sur place; AUD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary range

Annual leave

Superannuation

Salary sacrificing

Résumé du poste

Townsville Hospital and Health Service, based in North Queensland, seeks an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professional to provide culturally informed assessment and care. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with communities to support rehabilitation, recovery and continuity of care.

The role requires AHPRA registration and relevant Certificates or Diplomas; salary ranges between $79,661 and $109,546 per year plus leave and superannuation benefits.

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
• Certificate IV or Diploma in relevant Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health areas.
• Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or Diploma of Mental Health.

Responsabilités

• Provide culturally safe, appropriate and responsive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers.
• Work with multidisciplinary clinical teams, consumers and families to strengthen assessment and planning.
• Contribute to rehabilitation, recovery and continuity of care.

Connaissances

Cultural safety

Community engagement

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Formation

Certificate IV Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Diploma Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care

Description du poste

About your new employer:Clinical ExcellenceThe Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.Career Growth and DevelopmentWe support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle BenefitsNestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.Competitive salary and benefits:We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.Salary range: $79,661 to $109,546 p.a. (HWF3)4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuationPlus Salary Sacrificing options may be availableAbout your opportunity:As a member of the Cultural Assessment & Liaison Team (CALT), Rehabilitation Program Area, you will provide culturally safe, appropriate and responsive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers accessing the Alec Illin Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit. The role works alongside multidisciplinary clinical teams, consumers, families, carers and community organisations to strengthen culturally informed assessment, treatment planning, rehabilitation, recovery and continuity of care.Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to work with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.Requirements:Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).Appointment, and future increment progression, between paypoints HWF3.1 to HWF3.5 requires:Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, orCertificate IV in Mental Health, orCertificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, orCertificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work.Appointment, and future increment progression, between paypoints HWF3.6 to HWF3.7, or HWF3.8 (limited to employees who meet the requirements of HED 04/23) requires:Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, orDiploma of Mental Health, orDiploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs.Possession of class C drivers' licence.This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Interested?For a confidential discussion please contact: Dawn Charteris on [phone].Applications close: Wednesday, 25 November 2026.Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.