Aboriginal Health Worker - Transition to Practice
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $67,612.00 - $97,730.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 4 Nov 2025 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Health Worker – Transition to Practice
Western Virtual Health - Dubbo
About the role
As an Aboriginal Health Worker you will be actively working towards formal registration as an Aboriginal Health Practioner ( AHP ) with Aphra, supported with cultural mentorships and professional development.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work as an Aboriginal Health Worker whilst being supported to obtain your transition to practice.
As a key member of the Care in the Community team, you will provide flexible, holistic, and culturally inclusive care coordination, care navigation and health coaching to Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to achieve better health access and outcomes.
This role offers family friendly hours, ongoing professional support, and the opportunity to have positive impact on individuals, families, and communities.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Leanne Stimpson on (02) 6809 8736 / 0427 232 640 or at Leanne.Stimpson@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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