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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified)
Cultural Assessment & Liaison Team, Adult Program Area, MHSG, Townsville University Hospital
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HWF2 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV645037 |
| Closing date | 22-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | TFT ASAP up to 6 mths with poss ext to 12 mnths |
| Contact person | Sally Gela |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9480 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Cultural Assessment & Liaison Team – Adult Program Area / Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Assessment Engagement Services / Mental Health Service Group / Townsville
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $2969.00 to $2855.60 p.f. (HWF2)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
As a member of the Cultural Assessment & Liaison Team (CALT), Adult 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 Acute Care Services inclusive of the Acute Care Team, Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- 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.
- Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF2.1 to HWF2.3 requires:
- Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health, or
- Certificate III in Mental Health Peer Work, or
- Certificate III in Mental Health, or
- Certificate III in Alcohol and other Drugs.
- Note: A suitable applicant that does not hold the Certification III qualification may be appointed at the HWF2 (no qualification) level and could have the option for a fixed term (temporary), subject to engaging and participating in a learning agreement to obtain the required qualification with support under HR Policy G10 Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS). Upon completion of your qualification, you will be progressed to a Permanent HW2.1.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class “C” motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Applications
Contact: Sally Gela on (07) 4433 9480.
Applications close: Tuesday, 22 July 2025
Please download the Role Description.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV645037
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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HWF2 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified) 32037978 (Word, 541KB)
Role Description
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Application Kit
Evidence of Attribute - Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander Identified Roles (PDF, 249KB)
Application Kit
