Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner

Southern NSW Local Health District; Nowra; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Salary packaging

Job summary

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District in Nowra seeks an Aboriginal Health Practitioner/Aboriginal Health Worker to join the Chronic Disease for Aboriginal People program. The role collaborates with health providers to enhance access, with a focus on patient journey and outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Under supervision, the role delivers integrated care, follow-up services, health education and cultural support, with direct clinical services for Aboriginal people at risk of chronic

Qualifications

• Vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
• Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
• Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers and their families who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
• For role-related queries or help applying, contact [e-mail]

Responsibilities

• Initiating, undertaking assessments, tests and procedures.
• Working collaboratively in an integrated approach with hospitals and other chronic disease services to improve the patient journey.
• Working within a multidisciplinary health team under direct or indirect supervision to deliver primary health care services.

Job description

REQ689023 Requisition #

Help increase access to health treatment and prevention services for Aboriginal people within the community.

$75,073.00 - $97,730.00 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Nowra Community Heath | REQ689023 | Grade: Aboriginal Health Practitioner/Aboriginal Health Worker | Applications close: Sunday 27 September, 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The purpose of the position is to work collaboratively with health care service providers across the LHD to increase access to health treatment and prevention services for Aboriginal people as well as addressing issues relating to the management of chronic disease with an added focus area to improve the patient journey and outcomes for Aboriginal people within their communities.

As an AHW/ AHP you will follow a Practice Plan of Care under the supervision and direction of a registered Clinical Supervisor. Activities will be specific to the "Chronic Disease for Aboriginal People" Model of Care, to support the care of Aboriginal people with or at risk of developing chronic disease/s. This includes delivery of an Integrated Care focus providing follow up services, care navigation or coordination, health education and cultural support.

The AHP role will also provide a range of direct clinical services to meet the needs of Aboriginal people at risk of chronic disease/s, as defined by an agreed Practice Plan of Care and primary healthcare functions.

To do this, the position will provide specific functions such as:

• Initiating, undertaking assessments, tests and procedures
• Working collaboratively in an integrated approach with hospitals and other chronic disease services to ensure Aboriginal Chronic Care Unit (ACCU) initiatives improve the patient journey from hospital to community
• Working within a multidisciplinary health team/s, under direct or indirect supervision, either individually or in a team or group, using routine primary health care practices and procedures and established techniques or methods.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

• Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
• Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Essential requirements

• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
• Visit the Stepping Up website here . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
• Visit The Welcome Experience website here . The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
• For role-related queries or help applying, contact Jocelyn Clark at [e-mail]

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.