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Health Worker - Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (Thursday Island)
Thursday Island
Empower community wellness through culturally led mental health care
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HWF2 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC673737 |
| Closing date | 17-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-Time |
| Contact person | Jonathan Schoone |
| Contact details | (07) 4069 0695 Access the National Relay Service |
Health Worker (Mental Health & AODS) | Permanent Full-Time | Identified Role
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Jonathan Schoone, (07) 4069 0695 would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about joining our specialist team!
Tell me more... Join our Specialist Mental Health & Alcohol and Other Drugs (AODS) Team and be a lead advocate for our people! As a Health Worker, you will assist in delivering culturally appropriate interventions and education focused on prevention and early detection. Using a recovery and harm reduction philosophy, you'll support families through the vital First 2000 Days and work across the lifespan to minimize health issues in a way that respects and integrates local culture and traditions.
Identified Role: Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
Why Thursday Island is Your Next Move
Working in the Torres Strait is a life-defining experience where your community contribution is truly vital.
- Impact: Shape the future for families and contribute to long-term health equity.
- Community: Work within a community engagement model that values your local knowledge.
- Advocacy: Partner with government departments and services to be a voice for our clients.
- Nature: Live surrounded by the turquoise waters and extraordinary landscapes of the Torres Strait.
- Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHSand the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
- Follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
The Perks & Pay
We reward your community connection and commitment to health:
- Base Salary: $72,447 - $76,736 p.a. Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- Superannuation: Generous employer contribution of 12.75% Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- Leave: Excellent entitlements + 17.5% annual leave loading
- Purpose: A career that grows with you while you help your community grow.
Discover more by reading the role description attached.
Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
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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