CCLHD - Aboriginal Health Worker

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $1198.03 - $1731.68 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Ngiyang Aboriginal Pregnancy, Child, Family Health Service, Tuggerah 
Requisition ID: REQ593817
Applications Close: Sunday 17 August at 11:59pm 2025

Aboriginality: Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent, identify as being Aboriginal and accepted in the community as such.  Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act. 

This position provides culturally sensitive support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander women during pregnancy, as well as to women whose babies identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. It involves assisting families throughout the pregnancy journey by facilitating informal support groups and helping them access appropriate services. Support is delivered through various methods including telephone, telehealth, home visits, and in hospital or community settings to ensure accessible and responsive care.

The role also focuses on improving health outcomes and wellbeing for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families on the Central Coast with children aged 0–5 years. The Aboriginal Health Worker collaborates with families, Registered Midwives during the antenatal and postnatal periods, and Child and Family Health Nurses until the child reaches school age. This partnership is guided by the Ngiyang Aboriginal Pregnancy, Child & Family Health Service Model of Care, ensuring culturally respectful and holistic care navigation throughout early childhood.

About the Role

This role focuses on delivering culturally sensitive support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander women during pregnancy, as well as to women whose babies identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. It involves working closely with families to provide guidance throughout pregnancy, facilitating informal support groups, and helping them access appropriate health and social services. The support is offered through various channels including phone, telehealth, home visits, and in hospital or community settings, ensuring accessibility and continuity of care.

Additionally, the position aims to enhance health outcomes and overall wellbeing for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families with children aged 0–5 years on the Central Coast. The Aboriginal Health Worker collaborates with families, Registered Midwives during the antenatal and postnatal periods, and Child and Family Health Nurses until the child reaches school age. This partnership is guided by the Ngiyang Aboriginal Pregnancy, Child & Family Health Service Model of Care, ensuring culturally respectful and holistic care navigation throughout early childhood development.

This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about primary healthcare for women, children, and families, and who is eager to contribute within an exclusively Aboriginal team serving one of the nation’s fastest-growing Aboriginal populations in the country.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

• Current Australian Drivers Licence and willingness to travel.
• Committed to supporting women during pregnancy and throughout early childhood, ensuring families feel safe, supported, and culturally respected.
• Passionate about early childhood development, and ensuring the best start to life for Aboriginal children from birth to school age.
• Understand the importance of culturally safe, holistic care, and confident working within an Aboriginal Model of Care 

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
•  Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
•  Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
•  Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. 

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD 

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to our local Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support. 
 

Vaccination Requirements 
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:

Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
 
Additional Information
 
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. 

Need More Information?
 For role-related queries, please contact Karen Berry on:
Phone: 02 4320 3225
Email: karen.berry@health.nsw.gov.au

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