Aboriginal Health Worker/ Practitioner

Job no: 920108

Work type: Full time

Location: Eyre and Western

Categories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Support Services, Aboriginal Health

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Oodnadatta
• Salary: ASO3 - $67,589 to $72,033 p.a. | OPS4 - $76,561 to $80,256 p.a. + 12% superannuation + leave loading & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full Time contract of 6 months with the possibility of a further 6-month extension
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Please note this vacancy is multi-classed as either ASO3 or OPS4. Classification to be determined upon qualifications and experience.

Join Our Team: Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner - Oodnadatta Community Health.

Overview

We are seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker/Practitioner to join our dedicated team of health professionals in Oodnadatta.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) has a strong commitment to the provision of accessible, effective and meaningful services to the Aboriginal communities, families and individuals from rural and remote areas. It also acknowledges the cultural determinants and particular complexities affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and the need for a holistic and multi-faceted health approach to service design and delivery.

About the Opportunity

This 6-month contract position, with the possibility of a further 6-month extension, will see you working in the heart of the Eyre and Western region, delivering culturally appropriate health services to the Oodnadatta community. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic, person-centred care that respects Aboriginal culture and traditional healing practices.

SA Health is leading significant reform designed to improve the health of all South Australians and meet future challenges, in accordance with the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan and Close the Gap initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for an Aboriginal Health Worker or Practitioner to join our team, who will be responsible for promoting the improvement of Aboriginal Health within the community by working within the clinic's goals and primary health care principles.

• The Aboriginal Health Worker will primarily provide to clients of the Aboriginal Community a Primary Health Care service to bring about education, understanding and knowledge of social, health and wellbeing issues.
• The Aboriginal Health Worker will contribute to and be instrumental in maintaining a high degree of awareness regarding culturally appropriate conditions and practices in all dealings with Aboriginal clients

This remote position offers the unique opportunity to work closely with community members while being supported by SA Health's extensive resources and professional networks.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our mission to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal communities across South Australia.

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia's best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, leave loading and allowances), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

Applicant Information

Eyre and Far North Local Health Network has determined that an exemption to prefer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants granted by the Equal Opportunity Tribunal of South Australia under sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) applies to this position. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential and therefore a Confirmation of Aboriginality may be requested.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 920108

Enquiries:

Shaun Peterson

Nurse Unit Manager Coober Pedy Hospital /Oodnadatta Clinic

Phone:

Email:

Application Closing Date

21 November week close PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

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Advertised: 07 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 21 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time