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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced (Identified)
Child and Youth Family Health Service, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking enthusiastic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers (Advanced) to join the team within Child and Youth Family Health Service in Townsville University on a permanent full-time or part-time basis. This role plays a key part in a multidisciplinary team implementing the Putting Qld Kids First strategy. |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HWF3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV678960 |
| Closing date | 19-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time or Part-time, hours negotiable |
| Contact person | Michele Moretto |
| Contact details | 07 4433 9457 Access the National Relay Service |
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to advanced medical practices, research, and specialised expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we support professional development through complex casework, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative care.
Career Growth and Development
We provide structured career pathways, secondments, and training programs. Whether advancing in clinical specialties, Digital Health, or leadership, staff benefit from mentorship and strong ties with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
Our community-driven culture promotes collaboration, inclusion, and support. We offer metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional lifestyle—short commutes, diverse facilities, and a close-knit network.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Located in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville HHS spans vibrant rural, urban, country, and coastal communities. Staff enjoy affordable living, natural beauty, and outdoor activities in a relaxed setting.
We prioritise wellbeing through flexible work options, job security, and a family-friendly environment—combining regional lifestyle with modern healthcare benefits.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $77,342 to $1006,358 p.a. (f/t) or $39.00 - $53.64 p.h. (p/t) (HWF3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus great Salary Packaging options
- Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
The role will support children to be born and raised in healthy families, connected to culture, and supported in their development, ensuring they begin life with strong foundations for lifelong wellbeing. It will also facilitate child health and developmental checks, deliver health promotion and management for families, and provide community support and education.
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.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michele Moretto on 07 4433 9457.
Apply ONLINE: Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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