Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced (Identified)

Townsville, QLD
$2,878-3,958 per month
Permanent
Full-time

6 hours ago

Discover new adventures in CHARTERS TOWERSJob details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Community Engagement and Education
Classification HWF3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV658851
Closing date 21-Sep-2025
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full-time
Contact person Luke Duffy
Contact details (07) 4433 9480
Access theAbout the work unit / facilityThe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Assessment and Engagement Service (ATSIWAES) streamlines the way culturally appropriate mental health services are delivered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers. The ATSIWAES program consists of two teams, the Cultural Assessment and Liason Team and the Social Emotional Mental Wellbeing Team.About your new employerClinical ExcellenceTownsville HHS delivers specialist healthcare across 21 facilities, including the largest tertiary hospital in Northern Australia. We are committed to safety, quality, and innovation.Career Growth and DevelopmentWe support lifelong learning and development through structured education, mentoring, and leadership opportunities.Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional AdvantageOur people-focused safety culture and regional setting offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive team environment.Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle BenefitsCharters Towers is one of the most beautiful inland cities in Queensland, with its unrivalled architecture and unique history. Discover this enchanting outback town which is just an hour and a half west of Townsville.Competitive salary and benefits:We offer attractive remuneration packages and .

Salary range: $2878.20 to $3958.00 p.f. (HWF3)
Annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
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options may be availableAbout your opportunityAs a member of the Cultural Assessment and Liaison Team (CALT), Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Assessment Engagement Services (A and TSI WAES) Program Area you will participate in and contribute to the delivery of a culturally sensitive and appropriate mental health care service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients who access the Charters Towers Mental Health Service Team.Requirements:

Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
Certificate IV or Diploma in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, or Mental Health Peer Work (depending on pay point level).

Applicants without qualifications may be appointed temporarily at HWF3 (no qualification) level, with support to obtain the required qualification.
Possession of class C drivers' licence.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
Probation period may apply.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted: criminal history clearance and blue card checks.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Interested?For a confidential discussion please contact:
Luke Duffy on (07) 4433 9480.Apply ONLINE:Applications close: Sunday, 21 September 2025.Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsRole Description

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