Advanced Health Worker (Identified) (Various Torres Strait Outer Islands)

🌿 Advanced Health Worker | Permanent Full Time | Torres Strait Islands - Coconut, Horn, Mabiuag, Murray & St Paul

This is more than a job - it's care that feels like home.

We're looking for experienced Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers who are ready to take the next step - supporting strong, culturally safe healthcare in their own communities.

As an Advanced Health Worker, you play a vital role in making sure care is not only delivered but delivered in a way that feels right for your people.

• 80% of your time will be spent in clinical settings
• 20% will be dedicated to community engagement and outreach

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Reach out to Damian Arndt on 0460 036 586 - he'd love to hear your story and answer any questions.

Discover more by reading the role description attached.

Why this role matters

You already know how important it is for people to feel safe, understood, and respected when they access care. In this role, you'll help lead that.

You'll:

• Deliver high-quality care in both clinic and community settings
• Support patients to understand and manage their health
• Work closely with nurses, doctors, and visiting services
• Help guide care so it reflects community, culture, and local ways

What you bring

• We're looking for someone who is confident, capable, and connected.
• Experience as a Health Worker, with advanced skills or readiness to step up
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A genuine commitment to your community and culture

What you get

This isn't just about giving, you get something back too.

• Work on Country, close to home
• Strong team support across Torres and Cape
• Opportunities to grow into leadership
• Base salary: $77,342.00 - $106,358.00 per annum Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution + generous leave entitlements including 17.5% annual leave loading
• The chance to do work that really means something

This is an Identified Role

Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), this is an Identified Role. It is a genuine occupational requirement for the successful applicant to be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Your cultural knowledge, lived experience, and connection to community are not just valued - they are essential to delivering safe, respectful, and effective care.

Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website. Follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.