Aboriginal Peer Worker - Gambling Harm Support

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

World-class hospital precinct

Professional development

Fitness and wellbeing benefits

Leave entitlements transfer

Job summary

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney, St Vincent’s Public Hospital in Sydney is seeking an Aboriginal Peer Worker (Identified). The role is a max-term, part-time position (24 hours per week) to August 2028 with possible extension, in the Aboriginal Health Worker grade (Year 1-9).

Weekend work may be required and there is a strong focus on community engagement and culturally safe care. The role requires Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, a NSW driver’s licence, and experience in health

Qualifications

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, per NSW Anti-Discrimination Act provisions.
• Current unrestricted NSW driver’s licence and ability to travel as required.
• Relevant qualification and/or demonstrated experience with Aboriginal communities in health promotion.
• Experience in community engagement and partnership development.
• Strong written and verbal communication, computer literacy, and ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal communities and people impacted by gambling harm through culturally sensitive engagement, education, peer support and health promotion.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, providing direct peer support and practical recovery strategies.
• Assist disengaged clients and connect them with GambleAware partners and health services.
• Collaborate with Aboriginal communities and organisations, SVHS Drug Health Service and multidisciplinary teams to ensure culturally appropriate care.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in training and supervision.

Job description

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney, St Vincent’s Public Hospital in Sydney is seeking an Aboriginal Peer Worker (Identified). The role is a max-term, part-time position (24 hours per week) to August 2028 with possible extension, in the Aboriginal Health Worker grade (Year 1-9).

Weekend work may be required and there is a strong focus on community engagement and culturally safe care. The role requires Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, a NSW driver’s licence, and experience in health