CCLHD - Aboriginal Health Worker - Drug and Alcohol

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti Discrimination Act 1977.   

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency. 
 

Central Coast Local Health District are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Aboriginal Health Worker to join their Drug and Alcohol Youth team. This temporary, full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal young people and their families who are affected by substance use. 

As an Aboriginal Health Worker in the Drug and Alcohol Youth Program, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, holistic care to predominantly Aboriginal young people and their families who are impacted by substance use. Your key duties will include conducting assessments, providing case management, advocacy, and referrals, and ensuring that clients receive the appropriate care and support across various Drug and Alcohol teams. You will also collaborate with colleagues to develop tailored intervention plans, considering both the emotional, psychosocial and cultural needs of the client. You will play a vital role in ensuring that clients have better access to health services, with a particular focus on improving care.

In addition, your work will involve participating in clinical and cultural supervision, maintaining accurate health records, and assisting with administrative tasks and mandatory reporting. Furthermore, you will be involved in health education, promotion activities, and quality improvement initiatives that aim to enhance service delivery and outcomes for Aboriginal clients.

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal young people and their families in the context of drug and alcohol use. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

About You
  

• This is an identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander position, applicants must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as Aboriginal, and be accepted in the community as such, in accordance with Section 14D of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
• You can demonstrate a deep understanding of Aboriginal culture, health, and wellbeing. 
• You have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to adapt your communication style to suit different audiences, including young people, families, healthcare professionals, and community members.

Where you’ll be working  

You will be working within the Drug and Alcohol Youth Program of the CCLHD, a program designed to support young people, their families, and carers, whose physical, mental, and social well-being is at risk due to substance use. You will be based in the Central Coast region, with opportunities to collaborate with both local and regional healthcare and community providers. The role provides a supportive and collaborative work environment, where you will work alongside a team of experienced professionals who are committed to delivering culturally appropriate and evidence-based care.

 
What we Offer   
 

• Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast  
• Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions.  
• Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax.  
• Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. 
• Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership.  
• Social Club.  
• Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.  

 
Child Safe Standard Commitment  
 
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes.  The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will continue to build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. We are  committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast.  Child Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
 
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion   
  
At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative.  

The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process.     

For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx  

Please note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

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