Aboriginal Health Worker - Transition to Practice (Men's Business)

Western NSW Local Health District; Wellington; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District in Dubbo invites applications for an Aboriginal Health Worker with Transition to Practice (Men’s Business). This permanent full‑time role focuses on culturally sensitive primary health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men.

A male Aboriginal Health Worker is a genuine occupational qualification for this position. The role operates within a multidisciplinary team to provide direct clinical care, health education and support for staff in delivering

Qualifications

• This is an identified Aboriginal role with genuine occupational qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander men and their communities.
• Deliver culturally appropriate health education and engagement to patients and families.
• Support staff with culturally competent service delivery and contribute to staff training.

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker Remuneration: $67,612.00 - $97,730.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 11 Nov 2026 – 11:59pm

Aboriginal Health Worker – Transition to Practice (Men’s Business) Dubbo Health Service

About the role

We are seeking applications from experienced and highly motivated male Aboriginal Health Workers to join our skilled and supportive team. Being male is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW). This role works as a key member of the multidisciplinary team to provide flexible, high quality and culturally sensitive primary health care services, including direct clinical care to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander men and their communities to achieve better health access and outcomes, while working towards meeting requirements of registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner. Aboriginal Health Workers and Practitioners are an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing a crucial link between Dubbo Health Service and the community. The team is essential in establishing and building relationships between Aboriginal patients and care clinicians to achieve best patient outcomes. These roles deliver culturally appropriate and clinically competent health care and health education to patients and assist in providing education to staff across the Health Service to ensure culturally appropriate service delivery. This position is operationally responsible to the Executive Team at Dubbo Health Service through the Aboriginal Health Unit Manger. You will be supported by your team, the multi-disciplinary team and the Aboriginal Health Leadership team from the strategic directorate.

Role-related enquiries

Please contact Stephanie Halliger at [phone] or at [e-mail] for more information.

Additional information for applicants

• This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply.
• For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD #jobsformob