Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Advanced) Community Care Team - Cairns
Make the move.
Make a difference.
Help people get back to what matters.
Become a part of an exciting chance as The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advanced Health Worker with the Central Community Care Team.
You will actively participate in the provision and delivery of services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers living within the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service with the aim of enhancing social and emotional wellbeing.
About us:
We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services.
Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community.
They guide our work and actions every day.
Our staff are part of the community we serve.
We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.
This position also provides advice and the social and cultural aspects relevant to the Mental Health assessment and inputs to the development of treatment planning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers.
About your opportunity:
In this position you will...
Input and participate as a member of the team with assessments, therapeutic interventions, treatment and participate in case management, case reviews and planning providing cultural perspectives and advice.




Liaise and network with the relevant agencies to enhance service delivery and encourage coordinated and effective services using effective communication and consultation skills.
Be involved in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the Service's strategies, plans, policies, and participate in continuous quality improvement activities working actively using the principles of effective team functioning.
Linking with traditional healing practices.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD)evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits.
Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Discover our dynamic and culturally diverse region through community and lifestyle.
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📌 Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Advanced) Community Care Team - Cairns (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Queensland