Aboriginal Health Worker

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to 12 months

Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker

Remuneration: $1, $1,731.68 per week + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation

Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ604645

Join Our Special Aboriginal Health Workforce Team at RPA Emergency Department

Are you an Aboriginal Health Worker passionate about making a difference in emergency care?

The Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) Emergency Department is seeking dedicated Aboriginal Health professionals to join our special Aboriginal Health Workforce Team.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a culturally safe and supportive environment.
• Make a meaningful impact by supporting Aboriginal patients and families in the Emergency Department.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team focused on providing high-quality, culturally responsive care.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within RPA Health.

We Are Looking For:

• An Aboriginal Health Worker committed to delivering culturally appropriate care.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.
• A passion for supporting Aboriginal patients in a fast-paced, emergency care environment.
• An Aboriginal Health Worker who holds a minimum current Certificate 3 in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or Certificate 3 in health qualification in an appropriate health related field or willingness to obtain.

Be Part of a Team That Makes a Difference

At RPA, we value cultural safety, teamwork, and excellence in patient care. Join us to help ensure Aboriginal patients feel supported, understood, and respected when they need it most.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

This is an identified Aboriginal position: applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent through proof of Aboriginality. Exemption is claimed under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Benefits and Perks

• Allocated Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now

Applications Close: 21 September 2025

For Applicant Support and Information, visit 'Applicant Information'