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Aboriginal Health Worker - Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program- Identified

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Help increase access to health treatment and prevention services for Aboriginal people within the community. This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. #AboriginalEmployment $31.52 - $45.57 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 24 hours per week | Illawarra Child Development Centre, North Wollongong | REQ597837 | Grade: Aboriginal Health Worker | Applications close: 29 August 2025 This is a temporarily funded position until 31 May 2028 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding. Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. As the Aboriginal Health Worker (AHW), you will work collaboratively with healthcare service providers across the District to ensure Aboriginal people have appropriate access to healthcare. You will also provide health promotion and education programs appropriate to the needs of the Aboriginal community, with a primary focus on the Chronic Disease for Aboriginal People Model of Care.

The Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program is delivered as a partnership between NSW Health and the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) for the health response for children and young people in statutory Out of Home Care in NSW. The Aboriginal Health Worker (AHW) will form part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team providing care to children and young people 0-17years living in Out of Home Care. The AHW will facilitate, with other members of the team, community development initiatives The AHW will assist in improving the health of Aboriginal families through the provision of high quality, culturally sensitive care, based on primary health care principles, provided in partnership with Aboriginal people/communities. The position will liaise between the clinical stream, major government and non-government stakeholders. All staff are expected to act as an appropriate and effective role model and promote culture and supporting practices that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment through demonstrated behaviours and interactions with patients, clients and employees For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here. A Little About Us. ISLHD operate four hospital sites on Dharawal Country in the Illawarra: Coledale District Hospital, Bulli District Hospital, Wollongong Hospital and Shellharbour Hospital. With the ocean to the east and the escarpment to the west, there are also many benefits of living and working in the Illawarra. The contrast between mountains and beach gives the South Coast its own special charm. Life is lived at a slower pace, with mornings spent exploring cafes, eateries or food markets, and afternoons spent at the beach, on bushwalks or at one of many world-class wineries. Benefits Of Working With ISLHD. We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

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Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Requirements Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role. Working with Children Check (WWCC) Valid NSW Drivers Licence Corroboration of Aboriginality and community ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying?

Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role-related queries or help applying, contact Karmen Bond at Karmen.Bond@health.nsw.gov.au

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