Aboriginal Health Worker

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 30 Jun 2026

Position Classification: Aboriginal Hlth Worker

Remuneration: full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 16

Requisition ID: REQ604536

Location: La Perouse

Applications Close: Midnight on 21 September 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Health Worker to join the Speech Pathology team based at La Perouse, that provides early intervention services for Aboriginal children. The position is part time, 16 hours per week and is temporary up until June 30th, 2026. If you have any questions about the position, please don't hesitate to contact Jennie Cusiter on or via email at

Being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW).

What you'll be doing

To work as part of a team implementing the CESPHN funded SCH Speech Pathology departments' targeted earlier intervention program, with a focus on screening, early intervention strategies, the development of programs to support vulnerable Aboriginal children and families and to strengthen communities. To work as part of the SCH Speech Pathology team using outreach and soft entry strategies to reach out to Aboriginal families and communities in order to create communities that are safe and supportive for Aboriginal children and families. Provide cultural support for SCH Speech Pathology clients and visitors to the service who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)

Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Further Contacts and Support

For role related queries or questions contact Jennie Cusiter on

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-

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• Relevant qualifications in health education and/or demonstrated ability to work in Aboriginal health with Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and engage with communities in a health promotion role using a harm reduction approach.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) including ability to engage and motivate people in a wide range of settings.
• . Demonstrated experience in identifying, negotiating and building effective partnerships with key stakeholders particularly in the Aboriginal settings
• . Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and also the ability to work with minimum supervision to deliver agreed outcomes within deadlines.
• Experience in working with, and the knowledge and understanding of, the issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities
• Current Drivers Licence

Child Safe Standards

SCHN 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.

NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.

Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website

For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies

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