Aboriginal Health Worker - Building Strong Foundations - Incentives Offered

Make a real impact - partner with families to deliver culturally safe early childhood care for Aboriginal children in vibrant regional Tamworth

Remuneration: $65,012 – $93,971 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service | Kamilaroi / Gomeroi Country
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker|
Requisition ID: REQ620651
Applications Close: Sunday 7th December 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 criterion.

Applicants must be female - under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About the Role

Join our Building Strong Foundations service, where you’ll play an important part in delivering free, culturally safe and responsive early childhood health care for Aboriginal children and their families. You’ll work alongside a supportive team of Aboriginal Health Workers and Child and Family Health Nurses, partnering with families, parents, carers, and the local community to promote strong health, development and wellbeing in Aboriginal children - helping them grow, thrive and fully participate in life and learning.

We’re committed to supporting your growth too, with a range of internal and external professional development and education opportunities available.

Where You’ll Be Working

Based in Tamworth, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds - a progressive, welcoming regional city surrounded by beautiful mountain landscapes. Known for its diversity, vibrant culture and strong community spirit, Tamworth offers a relaxed rural lifestyle without compromising on modern conveniences. It’s a place where you can build genuine connections and feel right at home.

At Tamworth Community Health Service, you’ll be welcomed into a passionate, friendly, and dedicated team.

About You

You bring excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to delivering culturally safe, compassionate, and family-centred care.

If you don’t currently hold a Certificate III in Aboriginal Primary Health Care, we will support you to complete this qualification.

What we offer:

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Requirements:
 

• Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required.
  
  
  Additional Information:
   
• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 
• Determination 1 of 23 Aboriginal Health Worker classification – recognition of prior service ensures there is provisions of Recognition of Prior Years of Service that will influence the commencing of rate of pay for the successful candidate. As part of the recruitment process,  any documents and evidence related to service history, payslip, statuary declarations or community engagement/advise provided can support the timely assessment. This evidence may also include other position descriptions and/or signed letters stating service provided, with dates and times (hours). Please reach out to HR on  HNELHD-HR@health.nsw.gov.au 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Can you describe your knowledge and understanding of the key health issues and relevant policies that impact Aboriginal communities within the Hunter New England Local Health District?
2. Can you provide examples of how you have liaised, proactively engaged, and worked collaboratively with vulnerable communities and relevant agencies to ensure culturally responsive services?

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 Meredith Harper on Meredith.Harper@health.nsw.gov.au