Aboriginal Health Worker – Out of Home Care Health (OOHC) Pathway Program – Identified

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal children and young people by providing culturally safe, trauma-informed support within the Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program.

$65,012.00 - $93,971.00 pro rata + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part-time until 30 June 2028 (24 hours per week) | Porter Street (North Wollongong) | REQ626185 | Grade: Aboriginal Health Worker | Applications close: 11 January 2026

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. #AboriginalEmployment

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

As an Aboriginal Health Worker within the Out of Home Care (OOHC) Health Pathway Program, you will play a central role in supporting Aboriginal children and young people in statutory OOHC to access coordinated, culturally respectful healthcare. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside nurses, social workers, paediatricians and administrative staff, you will support and facilitate health assessments, contribute to the development of Health Management Plans, and attend multidisciplinary clinics - particularly for children and young people with complex needs. You will act as a key point of contact for carers and caseworkers, providing guidance, follow-up support and advocacy throughout the health pathway. The role also involves close collaboration with external health providers, the Department of Communities and Justice, and Non-Government Organisations to strengthen engagement and improve health outcomes. Through your work, you will help bridge communication between clinical services and Aboriginal communities, ensuring care is delivered in a culturally safe, respectful and effective way.

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.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate 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

-         Thank you and recognition initiatives

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

-         Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

-         Working With Children Check (WWCC)

-         Valid NSW Drivers Licence

-         Corroboration of Aboriginality and community

This is a temporarily funded position until 30 June 2028 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

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.

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-         For role-related queries or help applying, contact Karmen Bond at ​Karmen.Bond@health.nsw.gov.au or 0436 601 752.