Enrolled Nurse

Aboriginal Role

• Support Children's health and Wellbeing
• Full Time fixed term to 30 June 2026 with potential for contract extension

About the Role

We are looking for a health practitioner who shares our passion for delivering child and young person-centred care that responds to the needs of children to ensure they receive timely, culturally appropriate health assessments, referrals and wrap-around care.

Working alongside the health practitioners in the team, the role will support the implementation of quality, culturally-sensitive care plans for children and young people. This will involve a high degree of collaboration with PTGH team members, VACCA, Dept Communities and Justice, carers and service providers across the region. You will also advocate for families, ensuring respectful and inclusive service delivery.

The position offers an interesting mix of direct service provision and critical service planning and administration.

This role serves as a critical bridge between families, carers and service providers, empowering children and their families to navigate often complex health systems with confidence and trust.

The role will be based in Albury NSW, with requirements to also work across the border in Victoria.

About Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service

Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service (AWAHS) is a community-controlled, culturally safe health organisation delivering high-quality primary care to Aboriginal people living in Albury, Wodonga and surrounding areas. Our mission is to walk alongside our community to create generational change and better health outcomes.

AWAHS has cared for the health and wellbeing of the Albury Wodonga and surrounding community for 20 years. We employ more than 90 people across a broad range of services.

The success of AWAHS starts with our staff, who have a high level of professionalism and dedication, allowing us to deliver quality services for the Aboriginal community.

Added benefits of working with AWAHS include:

• Work with a purpose - assisting delivery of quality services for vulnerable people
• NFP Salary Packaging arrangements - helping you save on tax
• Access to ongoing professional development and personal support
• Staff wellness programs and access to our Employee Assistance Program - our employees are our best asset
• A welcoming and inclusive environment where you'll always feel part of the team

To be considered for this position, you will need:

Key Selection Criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualification and current registration (where applicable) as a Nurse (RN/EN), Social Worker, Aboriginal Health Practitioner, or other recognised health professional.
• Knowledge of the child protection and/or out-of-home care system and related health impacts
• Capacity to develop client-centered care plans and navigate health and community services
• Strong interpersonal, liaison, and advocacy skills with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing demands and maintain accurate records
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic client management systems
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• A current Working With Children Check and Driver's Licence
• A willingness to obtain a satisfactory Police Check

Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB Race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW)

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term

Contract length: 8 months

Pay: Up to $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Salary packaging

Work Location: In person