Male Aboriginal Health Worker - Aboriginal Palliative Care and Cancer Services - Perm FT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ645928 Requisition #
Requisition ID: REQ645928
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $65,012.00 - $93,971.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: SWSLHD District Wide
Applications close: 22/03/2026
Contact: Cheryl Porter-Pedras - Team Leader- SWSLHD Aboriginal Palliative & Cancer Care Services on 0418 477 930 | cheryl.porterpedras@health.nsw.gov.au
Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob?
Achieve Something Great
The Male Aboriginal Health Worker – Palliative and Cancer Care plays an important role in strengthening the connection between Aboriginal communities and the public health system. In this role, you will support Aboriginal patients and families navigating cancer treatment and palliative care, ensuring services are culturally safe, respectful and responsive to the cultural, social and emotional needs of Aboriginal people.
- Provide culturally safe support to Aboriginal patients and families navigating cancer treatment and palliative care within a public hospital setting.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team to ensure care planning recognises cultural needs, family connections and social and emotional wellbeing.
- Identify the health and social support needs of Aboriginal patients and connect them with appropriate hospital and community-based services.
- Provide culturally appropriate support to Aboriginal men, women and families navigating serious illness, including during periods of grief and loss.
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander man with strong cultural knowledge and a deep understanding of the needs of Aboriginal patients and families, enabling the provision of culturally safe and respectful care. He brings demonstrated case management experience, including the ability to assess health and social needs and coordinate referrals with community and support services. With a solid understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people—particularly relating to grief, loss, and social and emotional wellbeing—he approaches his work with empathy and cultural sensitivity. Strong communication and relationship‑building skills allow him to work collaboratively with patients, families, clinicians, and community services to support positive health outcomes.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- In this role being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement. Tell us about your mob and connection to culture?
- Cert IV Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Care or other relevant qualification and/or relevant experience working within Aboriginal Health services and a willingness to obtain the relevant qualification.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and respond to the health, social and cultural needs of Aboriginal people and families, and support the development of culturally safe and practical care approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others, including supporting colleagues or service providers to deliver culturally responsive care and build cultural understanding.
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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