Aboriginal Health Worker - Social & Emotional Wellbeing

Durri ACMS; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service (ACMS) seeks an Aboriginal Health Worker – Social & Emotional Wellbeing to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the Macleay and Nambucca Valleys. This role works within the SEWB Program to provide trauma-informed, culturally safe support and activities that strengthen connection to culture, country and community.

You will deliver individual support, group programs and health promotion, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Mental Health or capacity and willingness to complete within 18 months.
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Responsibilities

• Improve social, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Macleay and Nambucca Valleys.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural safety

Trauma-informed care

Community engagement

Education

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Diploma/Certificate in Aboriginal Primary Health Care, Community Services, Mental Health, AOD, Youth Work or related discipline

Tools

Communicare system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aboriginal Health Worker - Social & Emotional Wellbeing

Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service (ACMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Primary Health Service. For over 40 years, Durri ACMS has provided essential and culturally appropriate health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people located in Kempsey, Nambucca Heads, and surrounding communities.

Our primary health service site in Kempsey is located on the traditional lands of the Dunghutti people, extending from the eastern extremity of the Mid North Coast to the Northern Tablelands.

Our Nambucca clinic sits in the homeland of the Gumbaynggirr people, with the Nambucca Valley being the southern gateway to subtropical Australia.

Durri services range across a number of both clinical and non-clinical services. From primary health care, chronic disease, dental, women’s health, perinatal to postnatal services as well as programs ranging from social emotional wellbeing services being built within an all-encompassing health setting means a comprehensive health approach can be undertaken.

Durri ACMS acknowledges the impact of past trauma, dispossession, separation of families, child removal, ongoing social disadvantage, racism and other historical, political, social and cultural issues that impact on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and their communities.

About the role

The AHW - SEWB Support Worker is responsible for improving the social, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the Macleay and Nambucca Valleys.

Working within Durri Aboriginal Corporation’s Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Program, the position provides culturally safe, trauma-informed and strengths-based support that empowers individuals, families and communities to strengthen their connection to culture, Country, family and community.

The role delivers individual support, community engagement, group programs and health promotion activities while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes and promote healing through culture, connection and community participation.

Primary Objective

The keyobjectivesof the role include:

Promote and strengthen Aboriginal social and emotional wellbeing through culturally safe service delivery.

Increase connection to culture, Country, family and community.

Deliver prevention, early intervention and community wellbeing programs.

Build resilience, confidence and independence within individuals and families.

Facilitate culturally appropriate healing, education and wellbeing activities.

Improve access to health, social and community support services.

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated, holistic care.

Develop strong partnerships with community members, Elders and external organisations.

Contribute to improved health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal communities throughout the Macleay and Nambucca Valleys.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (This is an identified position under Section 14D of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977)

Certificate IV in Mental Health or capacity and willingness to complete within an 18 month period.

Demonstrated experience with development of community programs

Sound knowledge of community health, public health and Aboriginal Health

A thorough knowledge of and association with the local Aboriginal community

Demonstrated understanding of Social and Emotional Wellbeing principles.

Ability to engage individuals and families experiencing complex needs.

Experience facilitating community groups and health promotion activities.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Experience working with health service agencies, non-government organisations, schools, community groups and medical professionals at all levels

Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development

High level of written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work flexibly within tight time schedules and in accordance with variable workload demands

Ability to use Microsoft products and the ability to use or willingness to gain proficiency in the Communicare patient information management system

Current First Aid certificate, or ability to obtain

Current immunisations or willingness to participate in staff immunisation program including COVID-19 vaccination

Ability to hold all relevant security clearances including National Police Check and Working with Children clearance

Certificate IV or Diploma in Aboriginal Primary Health Care, Community Services, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Youth Work or related discipline.

Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.

Understanding of trauma-informed and healing-informed practice.

Experience delivering cultural programs and community wellbeing initiatives.

Core Competencies –

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with the local community

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy when required.

Ability to build relationships with all levels of the organisation

To enquire about the role please call Paula Skinner on 04151

Job Applications closing date is Tuesday 17th November 2026 5:00pm - No late applications will be accepted.