Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers (Identified)

About the work unit / facility:

Hugenden Multipurpose Health Service provides 24-hour emergency and general medical care, with acute and residential aged care beds, and a range of community health and visiting services.

About your new employer:

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).

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $79,661 to $109,546 p.a. (HWF3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• North West division allowance
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

Join the Western Corridor team as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified) and provide health services across Hughenden and Richmond. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally safe care, advocate for patients, undertake clinical activities, and contribute to health promotion and education.

Requirements:

• 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.
• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable)
• Possession of a class C drivers license
• Travel is expected, with overnight shared accomodation when travelling to other sites
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

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: Karen Petrie on (07) 4747 2800.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV691838

Applications close: Monday, 21 September 2026.

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.