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Senior Health Worker (Identified) - Connecting Care to Country
Chermside
We are seeking an experienced Senior Health Worker (Identified) to join the Connecting Care to Country team and support improved health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Engagement and Education |
| Classification | HWF4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MN674769 |
| Closing date | 12-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Melita Smith |
| Contact details | (07) 3139 6372 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Health Worker (Identified) to join the Connecting Care to Country team and support improved health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This advanced‑level role works autonomously, applying in‑depth knowledge of the health system and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care to deliver culturally safe, holistic care. The role supports individuals, families and communities through proactive health planning, clinical service delivery and long‑term care coordination.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Delivering a range of clinical primary health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.
- Assessing, treating and supporting clients through culturally appropriate health care programs.
- Anticipating needs and setting long‑term health goals for clients and the community.
- Maintaining health care systems and providing expert advice and support to multidisciplinary teams.
- Using specialist skills or extensive experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care to strengthen service delivery and outcomes.
This role is classified in accordance with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (Queensland Health) Certified Agreement (No. 1) 2019 (EB1) and forms part of an evolving workforce structure. While future reviews may result in changes to terminology or classification, there will be no loss of employment conditions or remuneration for employees transitioning to revised structures.
This is an opportunity to contribute meaningful, culturally grounded care while helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people stay connected to care, community and Country.
Health Equity
It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services; and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) 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.
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