Aboriginal Health Practitioner — Palliative Care (Rural)

Hunter New England Local Health District; Moree; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rural incentives

Salary packaging

Fitness passport

Scholarships & training

Professional development

Aboriginal workforce networks

Yarning circles

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District invites an Aboriginal Health Worker to join the Palliative Care team. You will provide culturally safe, respectful care to Aboriginal patients and families, advocate for their voices, and support cultural practices during end-of-life journeys.

You will work with specialist nurses and allied health staff, strengthening connections with community and Aboriginal networks, while contributing to professional development and workforce programs.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal Health Worker: Cert III in relevant health care (or willingness to obtain).
• Aboriginal Health Practitioner: Cert IV and AHPRA registration.
• Ability to work with Aboriginal people and families with cultural safety.
• Willingness to support community health initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, respectful care to Aboriginal patients and families.
• Advocate for patient voices and cultural needs within the care team.
• Support families through cultural practices and Sorry Business.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare team while valuing independence.

Skills

Cultural knowledge

Community engagement

Advocacy for Aboriginal people

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

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

Certificate IV Aboriginal Health Care (Practice) with AHPRA registration

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District invites an Aboriginal Health Worker to join the Palliative Care team. You will provide culturally safe, respectful care to Aboriginal patients and families, advocate for their voices, and support cultural practices during end-of-life journeys.

You will work with specialist nurses and allied health staff, strengthening connections with community and Aboriginal networks, while contributing to professional development and workforce programs.