Job Description
About the work unit / facility:
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Hugenden Multipurpose Health Service provides 24-hour emergency and general medical care, with acute and residential aged care beds, and a range of community health and visiting services.
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About your current employer: Career Growth and Development
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We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
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Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
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Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.
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Competitive salary and benefits:
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We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
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Salary range: $79,661 to $109,546 p.a. (HWF3)
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4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
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*****% employer contribution to superannuation
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North West division allowance
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Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
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About your opportunity:
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Join the Western Corridor team as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified) and provide health services across Hughenden and Richmond. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally safe care, advocate for patients, undertake clinical activities, and contribute to health promotion and education.
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Requirements:
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Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
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Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
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Possession of a class C drivers license.
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Travel is expected, with overnight shared accommodation when travelling to other sites.
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This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
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Probation period may apply.
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Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
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Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Karen Petrie on **************.
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Applications close: Monday, 21 September ****.

📌 Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Health Workers (Identified) (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville