Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner – Identified

Use your cultural knowledge, community connections, and health expertise to provide meaningful support

Remuneration: $62,512 – $90,357 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Hlth Worker / Practitioner
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ552551
Closing Date: 16/02/25

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.  

Applicants must be female/male (indicate appropriate gender) - under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. 

What we can offer you:  

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:  

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)  
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance  
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members  

What Will Your Day-to-Day Look Like?
Be part of a close-knit team dedicated to delivering culturally safe and compassionate care to mothers, babies, and their families. In this targeted role, you’ll work closely with the Maternity Unit and Clinical Midwife Specialist, fostering strong connections with the community and external stakeholders.

In this role, you will work Monday to Wednesday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, partnering closely with the midwife to deliver culturally safe clinical care for mothers, babies, and partners who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. You’ll provide personalised support and education to families, ensuring their care experience is respectful, empowering, and tailored to their needs. Building and nurturing strong connections with the local community, external agencies, and organisations like Armajun will be a key part of your day-to-day, fostering collaboration and trust to enhance outcomes for families

Is This Role Right for You?
We’d love to hear from you if:

• You have a strong understanding of Aboriginal culture and community needs.
• You excel at building trust and engaging with people to deliver important health messages in relatable ways.
• You have experience maintaining strong professional boundaries while providing person-centred care.
  
  

The Determination 1 of 23 Aboriginal Health Worker classification – recognition of prior service ensures there is provisions of Recognition of Prior Years of Service that will influence the commencing of rate of pay for the successful candidate.  

As part of the interviewing process, provide any documents and evidence related to your qualifications, service history, payslip and/or statuary declarations to support the timely assessment of your years of experience in both employment and community engagement. This may also include other position descriptions and/or signed letters stating service provided, with dates and times (hours).  

Essential: 

• This is an identified Aboriginal position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under section 14d of the anti-discrimination act 1977.
• Aboriginal Health Worker: Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
• Aboriginal Health Practitioner: Hold a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and a current authority to practice as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  
• Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required
  
• Current Working with Children Check. 

  Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Pitman on Elizabeth.Pitman@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information: 

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.   
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.  
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
• Hunter New England Health 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 

Information for Applicants:  

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2  
   
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp  
   
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.  

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