Aboriginal Health Social Worker: Cultural Care & Impact

Department of Health, Tasmania; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and relocation assistance

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Leave entitlements including study and

Job summary

The Department of Health on Tasmania's North West Coast is seeking a Permanent, full‑time Social Worker - Aboriginal Health. You will assess psychosocial needs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, connect them with relevant services, and work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally safe care.

The role offers cultural support, supervision, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Aboriginality is essential for the position.
• Tertiary social work qualification approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Eligible for AASW membership and WWC registration.
• Understanding of health issues impacting Aboriginal communities.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs of patients identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and connect to services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide culturally safe healthcare in the North West region.
• Access to cultural support, supervision, and professional development.

Skills

Aboriginal identity

Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Str

Education

Social Work degree/approved program

AASW membership eligibility

Working with Children Registration

Job description

The Department of Health on Tasmania's North West Coast is seeking a Permanent, full‑time Social Worker - Aboriginal Health. You will assess psychosocial needs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, connect them with relevant services, and work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally safe care.

The role offers cultural support, supervision, and opportunities for professional development.