Aboriginal Health Worker – Child & Family Health
Full Time role located at Glenroy, Albury
$61,800 pa + salary packaging tax advantages to $15,900
Support with educational & opportunity
In this role, you will work closely with Child and Family Health Nurses in the Building Stronger Foundations program to support Aboriginal individuals, families and children to access health services and navigate their health journey in a culturally safe and supportive way. You will work closely with families, parents and carers to help ensure children have the best start in life and that families feel supported in managing their health and wellbeing.
What You Will Be Doing
Supporting Aboriginal families and children to access health and community services
Providing culturally safe health information, support and guidance to community members to navigate health services
Working alongside families, parents and carers to support child and family health and wellbeing
Supporting people to attend appointments and engage with health programs
Participating in child and family health programs, community activities and health promotion initiatives
Building strong relationships with local services to ensure families receive the right support
Working collaboratively with the AWAHS team to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal children, families and community
Requirements
A genuine passion and commitment to supporting Aboriginal children, families and community




Understanding of early childhood health and wellbeing
Qualifications in health, Aboriginal health, community services or a related field are desirable, however relevant experience or a willingness to learn and complete training on the job will also be considered
To connect to the Aboriginal community and be an enabler for culturally safe supports for families
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Current Driver's Licence
Working With Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Identify as Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander
What Is Offered
Meaningful work: Make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal families and communities
Attractive benefits: Salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free, plus superannuation
Supportive team: Inclusive culture, professional development, supervision and EAP access
Career growth: Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career through training and internal opportunities
Progressive organisation: Contribute to an expanding service with a new health precinct underway in Wodonga
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with community and wants to make a positive difference in people's lives.
For a confidential discussion, contact Chiquita Walsh on ************
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Applications close: 16th April ****
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📌 Aboriginal Health Worker-Child & Family Health (Melbourne)
🏢 AH&MRC of NSW
📍 Melbourne