Aboriginal Health Practitioner - Identified
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- Aboriginal Health Practitioner
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- REQ581649 Requisition #
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- 19 hours ago Post Date
Be the difference in a place that feels like home – bring your cultural strength and clinical skills to Tamworth and help shape a healthier future for Aboriginal communities.
Remuneration: $69,410 - $90,357 per annum + super
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until December 2025
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Location: Gomeroi Country | Tamworth Hospital
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ581649
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd June 2025
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.
Strong culture. Strong community. Strong future:
Tamworth, a vibrant city on beautiful Gomeroi Country, where culture, community, and country come together. Surrounded by tree-covered mountains, Tamworth offers the perfect mix of rural peace and city buzz. It’s a place where you can build real connections, celebrate Aboriginal culture, and feel part of a strong, diverse community. Whether you’re coming home or starting fresh, Tamworth has space for you to grow. Come for the lifestyle. Stay for the community.
Where you'll be working:
This position is based Tamworth Hospital working within a multidisciplinary team with Aboriginal Health Workers, Aboriginal Practitioners and Nurses located all over New England Northwest. Our Aboriginal Health Workers provide culturally safe, respectful, and effective care coordination that upholds Aboriginal ways of working. By placing culture at the centre of care, we strive to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal people, families, and communities.
Aboriginal Health’s priority through the Care Coordination program is to ensure that all Aboriginal people are supported in managing their healthcare needs.
About you:
The Aboriginal Health Team are looking for a passionate and community-connected Aboriginal Health Practitioner who brings both clinical capability and cultural knowledge to their role.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong understanding of cultural safety and the ability to deliver care that respects and upholds Aboriginal ways of knowing, being, and doing.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust, explain health information clearly, and advocate for clients across clinical and community settings.
- Solid clinical knowledge and practical experience in providing holistic health care and health education.
- Confidence working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, including navigating the health system and supporting access to services.
- A deep connection to community, with the ability to engage respectfully and respond to the diverse needs of Aboriginal people across all life stages.
- A reflective, strengths-based approach, with a commitment to ongoing learning, cultural growth, and community empowerment.
- A Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and a current authority to practice as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required.
Be the connection between culture and care.
How you'll be supported:
As an Aboriginal Health Practitioner, you will be welcomed into a culturally safe, supportive, and inclusive team that values your identity, lived experience, and contributions.
You will have:
- Support from experienced Aboriginal Health staff and mentors, with opportunities for yarning, reflective practice, and peer connection.
- Ongoing clinical supervision and cultural support, with regular check-ins to help you feel safe, heard, and empowered in your role.
- Opportunities to participate in ongoing learning opportunities.
We’re committed to walking alongside you in your journey; not just as a practitioner, but as a valued voice in shaping culturally strong care.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Denise Haines on Denise.Haines@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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