Aboriginal Health Worker - Transition to Practice
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- Aboriginal Health Worker
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- REQ653435 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker / Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Remuneration: $65,012.00 - $93,971.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Cowra, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 27 April 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Health Worker – Transition to Practice
Cowra Health Service
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated Aboriginal Health Worker – Transition to Practice to join our skilled and supportive Community and Allied Health team at Cowra and Grenfell. This role is responsible for the provision of high-quality, culturally comprehensive services to support optimal health outcomes for Aboriginal patients, while working towards meeting the requirements for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner. The position will provide care across both admitted patients and outpatient settings, ensuring continuity and coordination of care.
Qualified Aboriginal Health Practitioners are also encouraged to apply for this role.
The Aboriginal Health Worker at Cowra Health Service provides a crucial link between the Health Service and the community. They play an essential role in establishing and strengthening relationships between Aboriginal patients and clinicians to achieve the best possible health outcomes. The Aboriginal Health Worker delivers culturally appropriate, clinically competent care and health education to patients, and supports staff across the Health Service to deliver culturally safe and responsive services, including participation in health promotion initiatives.
The role works closely with admitted and outpatient services, and networks and liaises with the multidisciplinary team, as well as Government and non-Government service providers, to ensure a coordinated approach to healthcare delivery. The position is operationally accountable to the Executive Team at Cowra Health Service through the Primary and Allied Health Manager. You will be supported by your local team, the broader multidisciplinary team, and the Aboriginal Health Leadership team within the strategic directorate.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
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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 Brenda Hurst, Primary & Community Health Manager on 02 5338 5600 or at Brenda.Hurst@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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