CCLHD - Aboriginal Health Worker - Drug and Alcohol

Position Title: Aboriginal Health Worker – Drug & Alcohol
Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker 
Remuneration: $32.78 - $47.39 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ620505
Applications Close: Thursday, 11 December 2025 at 11:59pm

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to growing and supporting our Aboriginal health workforce and delivering trusted care and better health for Aboriginal people on the Central Coast.

About the Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support Aboriginal young people and families to access culturally safe drug and alcohol care.

• Provide flexible assessment, referral and case management within a multidisciplinary team.

• Strengthen pathways between Drug and Alcohol Services, Nunyara Aboriginal Health Unit, and Aboriginal Community NGOs.

• Contribute to health education, health promotion and quality improvement initiatives.

• Apply holistic knowledge of Aboriginal community needs to improve health outcomes.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with strong cultural understanding, knowledge, and community connections.

• Thrives in a multidisciplinary setting and values collaborative, culturally informed care.

• Demonstrates strong communication skills across varied audiences and environments.

• Applies cultural knowledge, sensitivity and understanding to support Aboriginal clients.

• Is organised, adaptable and committed to Caring for the Coast values and behaviours.

Additional Benefits

• Work-life Balance – Enjoy 17.5% annual leave loading and paid parental leave.

• Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.

• Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.

• Professional Development – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

• Cultural Supports – NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.

Need More Information?

For role-related queries, please contact:
Shane Knight
Email: shane.knight@health.nsw.gov.au

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.