Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Remuneration: $37.86 - $49.29 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Brewarrina, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 24
Applications Close: 30 September 2026 – 11:59pm

Aboriginal Health Practitioner – Health Education Officer
Brewarrina Multi-Purpose Service

About the role

The Aboriginal Health Practitioner role is central to providing culturally grounded, respectful and accessible care for Aboriginal clients attending Brewarrina Multi-Purpose Service. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to build trust, rapport and meaningful relationships with Aboriginal clients, families and community members.

Experience in a multidisciplinary health setting is valuable, you will plan, develop, consultant with community, implement and review Aboriginal health programs, including health promotion/education and disease prevention programs, to ensure they are culturally appropriate and address identified needs.

The role requires someone who can work confidently on their own while contributing positively within a team. Knowledge of local Aboriginal communities, services and cultural protocols is highly regarded, as is a commitment to ongoing learning and connection with community.

One of the most rewarding aspects of the role is building ongoing relationships with clients and seeing positive outcomes through early intervention, education and culturally safe care.



Supporting Aboriginal people to stay connected to their health care and helping prevent hospitalisation can make a real difference in people’s lives.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the perks of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Helping you Move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

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 Heather Finlayson, Health Service Manager on (02) 6830 5*** / 0407 666 *** or at ***************@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.

· 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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📌 Aboriginal Health Practitioner - Health Education Officer (Brewarrina)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Brewarrina