Aboriginal Chronic Care Coordinator

Help increase access to health treatment and prevention services for Aboriginal people within the community.

$114,251 - $134,809 per annum, pro rata + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 9 May 2027 | Warrawong | REQ657213 | Grade: Health Manager Level 2 | Applications close: 6 May 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Senior Chronic Care Worker - Illawarra will support the Manager of Aboriginal Chronic Care (ACCU) to implement the Models of Care for Aboriginal people in Wollongong and Shellharbour hospitals and Aboriginal people at risk of developing a chronic disease living within the Illawarra Region. The position will support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Aboriginal Chronic Care initiatives involving health promotion and education to meet the needs of the Local Aboriginal community. While fostering a multi-disciplinary community health team approach. The role will be required to work in a collaborative and integrated approach with hospitals and other chronic disease services to ensure ACCU programs meet clinical and national accreditation standards.

This position will support Aboriginal people who access programs and services within the Illawarra hub including Wollongong Hospital, Shellharbour Hospital, and Illawarra outreach locations.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

-          Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

-          Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

-          Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

-          Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

-          Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

-          Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

-          Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

-          Current driver's license Class C and ability and willingness to travel within the LHD for work purposes.

-          Corroboration of Aboriginality and community

-          Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW) and have demonstrated knowledge of current Commonwealth, State and Local Aboriginal health priorities and ability to effectively and sensitively liaise and effectively communicate with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities and agencies.

This is a temporary leave relief position until 9 May 2027 with the possibility of extension.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

-          Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

-          Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

-          Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.

-          Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

-          For role-related queries or help applying, contact Zane Rice at ​Zane.Rice@health.nsw.gov.au

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.