Principal Aboriginal Health Worker

2 weeks ago


Illawarra, Australia Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District Full time

Are you looking for an opportunity to work as an Aboriginal Health Worker, supporting Aboriginal children and their families in need within your community?_

$99,900 - $104,058 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging **|** Temporary Full Time** |**Illawarra **|**REQ585935 **| Grade**: Aboriginal Health Worker Principal **|** **Applications close**: 20 July 2025

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

**Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.**

This is a wonderful opportunity for a Principal Aboriginal Health Care Worker to work within a multidisciplinary team. This senior position will provide flexible, holistic, and culturally sensitive health and case management services to Aboriginal children up to 12 years of age and their families. The role will also include engagement with local organisations that provide support to Aboriginal families.

The position is based in the Kids Hub Intervention team and will be part of a multidisciplinary team of Medical, Nursing, Allied Health clinicians, and other support staff.

This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a new service in the nationwide rollout of Kids Hubs, jointly funded by NSW Health and the Australian Government, to provide early intervention mental health and wellbeing support for children up to 12 years of age. The Kids Hub will prioritise referrals for vulnerable families, and the intervention approach requires the child to be seen within the context of their family and social support structures.

The Kids Hub service will be based in Wollongong, with outreach provided to the Shoalhaven area.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the **Position Description**here.

**A little about us.**

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

**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:

- 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
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Hold a minimum qualification of undergraduate degree in a relevant area.
- 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 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.



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