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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced (Identified)
Townsville Sexual Health Service, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsvill
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced (Identified) to join the team within Townsville Sexual Health Service at the North Ward Campus in Townsville on a temporary full-time basis. Please note, 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. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HWF3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV652681 |
| Closing date | 28-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | TFT comm ASAP up to 21/06/2026 (poss 12 mth extn) |
| Contact person | Kerry Irwin |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9600 Access the National Relay Service |
About your new employer
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.
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.
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.
Competitive salary and benefits
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $2878.20 to $3958.00 p.f. (HWF3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus great Salary Sacrificing options
- Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
- Improve sexual health service provision in the Indigenous community and work collaboratively with other health services (government and non-government) in the provision of sexual health services.
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to provide quality sexual health care including health promotion, education and public health intervention (preventative and remedial) strategies to both individuals and the community.
Requirements:
- Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF3.1 to HWF3.5 requires:
- Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
- Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF3.2 to HWF3.7, or HWF3.8 (limited to employees who meet the requirements of HED 04/23) requires:
- Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
- Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
Enquiries: Kerry Irwin on (07) 4433 9600.
Applications close: 28/08/2025
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV652681
Recruitment Agency referrals will not be accepted.
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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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
HWF3 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker -Advanced (Identified) 30473177 (Word, 381KB)
Role Description
