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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker or Health Practitioner (Trainee) (Bundaberg, Hervey Bay or Maryborough, Gayndah)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Service, Bundaberg Hospital, Hervey Bay or Maryborough Hospital and Gayndah Health Service
We are seeking motivated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of their communities. As a Trainee Health Worker or Trainee Health Practitioner, you will be supported to develop the skills, knowledge, and qualifications needed to deliver culturally safe, community‑centred care within our hospitals and health services. These trainee roles are designed to build a strong, skilled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce across the Wide Bay region.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HWF1 |
| Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/H2602WB674951 |
| Closing date | 09-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | See Job Details |
| Contact person | Consuela Morrice |
| Contact details | 0437 412 868 Access the National Relay Service |
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
- To enhance the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service (WBHHS) through the provision of high quality, culturally appropriate services to meet the patients' needs and provide relevant information and resources to meet their needs.
- To work in collaboration with individuals, family, and community leaders, implementing culturally sensitive engagement methods to address identified barriers to healthcare access and follow up.
Three Temporary Full Time Positions (76 hours p.f) from date of appointment for up to 18 months with the possibility of extension
Under 25s of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $84,842 p.a., comprising salary between $68,884 - $74,360 p.a. (21 and over) or $65,082 - $66,971 p.a. (under 21), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HWF1) (Three Temporary Full Time Positions, 76 hours p.f, from date of appointment for up to 18 months with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2602WB674951
Other benefits include:
- Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
- Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
- Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Lower cost of living
Discover Bundaberg, Fraser Coast and Rural Wide Bay
Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to Fraser Island, incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture. The Wide Bay is a diverse and beautiful region in Queensland, Australia and is known for its wide-open spaces, subtropical temperatures, strong community spirit and relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle. In the countryside you will find friendly towns, scenic farming land, rugged mountain ranges and National Parks. The many lakes, rivers and dams provide the perfect waterside location for camping, hiking, swimming, fishing and water sports. The Wide Bay has hundreds of kilometres of back roads and tracks, perfect for horse riding, trailbikes and four-wheel driving. The region is full of sugar cane, avocadoes, macadamias, citrus and vegetable crops and rolling hills of grazing cattle.
How to apply:
The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure
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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