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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced (Sexual Health Services) - Cairns
Cairns
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Make every day different by joining the Cairns Sexual Health Services Team. We have a current vacancy as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced. In this role you will be required to provide culturally safe and effective sexual health service delivery and program management that focuses on health promotion, prevention, early detection and management of sexual health problems, HIV and STI’s with men, women and young people in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HWF3 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH692648 |
| Closing date | 15-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Please see Role Description |
| Contact person | Brittany Latham |
| Contact details | 07 4226 4789 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Cairns Sexual Health Service is a community service located within the Cairns North Community Health Centre. It provides quality sexual health services throughout the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital Health Service.
We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services.
Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.
About your opportunity:
In this position you will…
- Promote healthy team functioning by effective communication and participation in all aspects of the Service, whilst acknowledging the importance of a respectful workplace.
- Establish and maintain a communication network between health service providers and the communities by attending meetings, liaising with councils, Aboriginal Medical services and other providers.
- Comply with and utilise contemporary human resource practices and policies including workforce health and safety, ethical behaviour, equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination, and commitment to their implementation consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic intent of Queensland Health.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
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What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment.
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.
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