Ready to turn your community knowledge and cultural strengths into a career supporting social and emotional wellbeing? Join Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service in Rockhampton and help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people access culturally appropriate mental health care, early intervention and support.

Don’t hold the mandatory qualification? Don't let that stop you! If you're willing to complete the Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care within an agreed timeframe, you’re encouraged to apply!

*This is an identified role for someone Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service supports more than 250,000 people across Central Queensland, providing specialist care to adults experiencing mental health challenges and alcohol or other drug concerns.

Based in Rockhampton, you'll be part of a service that supports people through acute inpatient care and community-based treatment, while working alongside multidisciplinary teams across regional and rural communities.

About the role:

• Deliver culturally appropriate mental health prevention, early intervention, education and health promotion services to individuals, families and community groups.
• Empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to strengthen self-determination, mental health and social and emotional wellbeing.
• Facilitate access to specialist mental health services through culturally specific education, support and liaison with clinical teams.
• Build partnerships with community members, government agencies and non-government organisations to develop integrated health services and programs.

About you:

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.
• Be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community, in accordance with the genuine occupational requirement.
• Ability to deliver culturally appropriate primary mental health care, health education, prevention and early intervention services.
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate with community members and partner organisations, and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander self-determination in health and wellbeing.

Applicants who do not currently hold the mandatory qualification(s) but have relevant knowledge, skills and abilities are encouraged to apply, provided they are willing to complete the qualification within an agreed timeframe if appointed.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $121,317 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $40.18 - $53.63 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Financial and leave support may be available.
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J695417

Applications close: Wednesday, 4 November 2026

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Frontline Support: This frontline support role provides essential support enabling the development and delivery of frontline services, programs and outcomes.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 3) 2025.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6J695417 - Indigenous Health Worker Advanced (Identified) (PDF)
  
  Evidence of Attribute (PDF)