Aboriginal Health Worker - Transition to Practice - Community Connector
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 30 June 2028)
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $65,012.00 - $93,971.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 23 March 2026 – 11:59pm
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About the role
The Community Connector - Aboriginal Health Worker Transition to Practice role will work as a key member of a multi-disciplinary team. The Community Connector position will provide flexible, holistic and culturally sensitive information and support to clients to ensure they are sufficiently informed to empower them to make their own choices to access the relevant primary health care and supports that they require.
The Community Connector - Aboriginal Health Worker Transition to Practice role will:
- Provide specialised and intensive assistance to help people within the Aboriginal community to understand and access health and other relevant supports in the community.
- Use an assertive outreach approach to engage and build rapport with potential clients as well as local stakeholders and networks.
- Connect with and support the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and communities within the Dubbo Local Government Area (LGA).
- Provide improved integration between the health and other systems at the local level.
- Undertake training to upskill becoming a registered Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
The Community Connector - Aboriginal Health worker Transition to Practice position reports
to and works closely with the Team Leader Aboriginal Community Connections and maintains a collaborative and productive working relationship with clients and stakeholders. The position is responsible for ensuring that all information and services provided are consistent with the values of NSW Health
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
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 Danielle Goolagong on 0455421559 or at danielle.goolagong@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 (ongoing or temporary).
· 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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