An exciting opportunity is currently available for experienced Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advanced Health Workers to join the Alcohol and Other Drug Services, Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services Department at the Hervey Bay, Maryborough and Bundaberg Hospitals within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The Wide Bay area is arguably one of the most beautiful regions of Queensland. The Health Service stretches from Agnes Water in the North to Maryborough in the South and provides acute care services to a population of over 200,000 residents including several rural communities.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

• Develop, implement and deliver primary health care in relation to Alcohol and Other Drug Services including prevention, education, intervention and promotion activities and strategies to individuals, families and community groups. Develop and strengthen celebrative partnerships and referral pathways with Indigenous Community Control Health Services and Non-government organisations.

Covid 19 Vaccination: It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against COVID-19 (Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 and  Queensland Health Human Resources Policy B70)

Under 25s of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $83,312 p.a., comprising salary between $68,289 - $73,019 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HW4) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2206WB426440

Other benefits include:

• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast

Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to Fraser Island, incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. If you have difficulty viewing this role description in .pdf format, please contact Wide Bay Recruitment at Recruitment-Wide-Bay@health.qld.gov.au

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care comes first…through patients' eyes'

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 333KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 852KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2206WB426440 - RD (PDF, 1.07MB)
  Role Description