Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Worker

**Exciting opportunities available now with the

Townsville Hospital and Health Service

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About the work unit / facility

Indigenous Hospital Liaison Unit / Indigenous Health Services Division / Townsville

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements ( ).

• Salary range: $47.33 to $65.09 p.h. (HWF3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing ( ) options may be available

About your opportunity

The Indigenous Hospital Liaison Officer will provide support and advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families.

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

• Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
• Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
• Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class "C" motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Sterling Wedel on

Apply ONLINE: ( )

Applications close: Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.