Want to become a Health Worker - Advanced and help us improve the lives of First Nations children and youth in Central Queensland? Join our Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) team!

CYMHS provides vital mental health and AOD assistance to people under 18 and their families, including outreach to Woorabinda, Capricorn Coast, and Mount Morgan.

You'll partner with our multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally appropriate mental health and AOD care. Your work will directly contribute to Closing the Gap Key Performance Indicators and Queensland Health's "Making Tracks towards closing the gap in health outcomes for Indigenous Queenslanders by 2033."

This is your chance to lead in culturally sensitive healthcare and significantly impact First Nations youth and families. Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Job details

About us:

The Child and Youth Mental Health Service provide assistance to people under 18 years of age and their family or carers. CYMHS aims to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment of emotional and mental health disorders in children and young people. Outreach services are provided to Woorabinda, Capricorn Coast and Mount Morgan.

About the role:

The Indigenous Advanced Health Worker will work in partnership with the Child and Youth Mental Health Service team to deliver high quality child and youth mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs care. The position works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team setting to deliver culturally appropriate services to first nation consumers and the community.

You will also contribute to Closing the Gap Key Performance Indicators as underpinned by Queensland Health Making Tracks towards closing the gap in health outcomes for Indigenous Queenslanders by 2033.

About you:

• Hold a Certificate IV or Diploma in the following:
  • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or
  • Mental Health, or
  • Alcohol and Other Drugs, or
  • Mental Health Peer Work.
• Not qualified? You can still apply! If you believe you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the role and are willing to study, we can support you to complete the mandatory qualifications while working.
• Under Section 25 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. 

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $114,355 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $39.27 - $50.54 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).

Applications close: Wednesday, 16 July 2025

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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 - Identified (PDF, 309KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Evidence-of-Attribute (PDF, 347KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RK5F643004 - Health Worker Advanced (PDF, 338KB)
  Role Description