Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner

• Champion culturally safe care for Aboriginal mothers and babies.

• Build trusted relationships with community and health services.

• Make a meaningful impact in maternal and infant health.

Empower Aboriginal families through advocacy, support, and culturally safe care in maternal health. Collaborate, connect, and create lasting change.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker / Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location:  Mount Druitt Hospital

Where you'll be working
Join the Aboriginal Maternal & Infant Health Service (AMIHS) team based at the Aboriginal Health Hub on the grounds of Mount Druitt Hospital. Be part of a passionate, community-focused team committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal families.

• Located at Mount Druitt Hospital, Western Sydney Local Health District

• Collaborative and culturally respectful work environment

• Strong partnerships with Aboriginal services and maternity care providers

• Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities

• Meaningful work that connects with community and culture

What you'll be doing
As an Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner, you’ll play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal women and families through their maternal health journey. You’ll work alongside midwives and health professionals to deliver culturally appropriate care and connect families with essential services.

• Advocate for and support Aboriginal women and families accessing maternity care

• Build trusted relationships with community and service providers

• Deliver health education, promotion, and culturally safe support

• Facilitate access to services through transport, referrals, and liaison

• Engage communities in developing programs that improve health outcomes

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• License: Driver’s licence valid in NSW

• Qualification: Aboriginal Health Worker: Holds or aspires to hold a Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or Aboriginal Family Health or other equivalent qualification. Aboriginal Health Practitioner: Hold a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice)

• Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable (state which category): Aboriginal and / Or Torres Strait Islander

Selection Criteria: 

1. This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

2. In this role, being a woman is also a genuine occupational qualification as authorised by Section 31 respectively of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.

3. Holds or aspires to hold a Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or Aboriginal Family Health or other equivalent qualification in a health-related field relevant to the role. For an Aboriginal Health Practitioner holds a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) and a current authority to practice as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) .

4. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures with established links to the local Aboriginal community in western Sydney.

5. Demonstrated understanding of issues impacting on Aboriginal women and women having an Aboriginal baby and their infants and and / or experience in providing social support, linkage to services, group work, community education, advocacy and health promotion with the Aboriginal community.

6. Demonstrated ability to provide cultural brokerage with individuals, families and communities; cultural guidance for the other members of the team; and, facilitate respectful and culturally safe access for individuals, families and communities.

7. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a member of a multidisciplinary team and can demonstrate good oral and written communication skills and computer skills.

8. Current driver’s licence valid in NSW and willing to use for work purposes.

Requisition ID: REQ613778
Applications Close: 3^rd November 2025

Need more information?

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Nicole Collins on Nicole.Collins1@health.nsw.gov.au