20/10/2026

20/11/2026

Permanent - Part Time

Dubbo

Mental Health Support Services

About us

Coast & Country Primary Care (CCPC) is an accessible and inclusive consumer-directed care and primary health care provider, who delivers a diverse range of health and community programs and services across New South Wales. Providing services since 2001, we are a not-for-profit organisation that values people – our team, the people we support and the wider community.

At CCPC our vision is “make a positive impact where we live and work”, we live this through our CARE Values; Compassion, Respect, Accountability and Excellence.

At CCPC, diversity and inclusion is everyone’s business. We have created a framework that confirms our commitment to the journey of learning, growing and reforming. We strive towards supporting inclusivity and diversity, nurturing, safety and equitable access for everyone.

Job Description

About the role

The Aboriginal Health Worker will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing Psychological Therapies for Underserviced Populations Program across Dubbo and surrounding region.

This role is responsible for improving access, engagement and outcomes for Aboriginal consumers by promoting culturally protected, person-centred care, strengthening community connections and supporting culturally responsive service delivery.

You will be required to undertake a range of tasks including but not limited to the following:

- Provide culturally safe engagement and support to Aboriginal consumers, families and communities accessing mental health services.
- Facilitate Aboriginal access pathways and assist consumers to navigate services, reducing barriers to engagement and care.
- Build trusting and respectful relationships with Aboriginal consumers, families, Elders,



communities and key stakeholders.
- Support the delivery of culturally appropriate care through yarning-based engagement, advocacy and culturally responsive practices.
- Provide cultural advice and guidance to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to enhance cultural capability and improve consumer outcomes.
- Liaise and collaborate with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs), Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) services and other community partners to strengthen referral pathways and coordinated care.
- Support community engagement activities, outreach initiatives and partnerships that strengthen relationships between the service and Aboriginal communities.

Desired Skills and Experience

Key Selection Criteria

- Must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Holds or working towards a Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or willingness to undertake (or completion of) training as an Aboriginal Health Worker
- Previous experience in a similar position
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal societies and cultures and the issues affecting Aboriginal people
- Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Ability to work closely and collaboratively and build rapport with key stakeholders




- A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a Criminal Record Check (CRC) issued within the last 12 months that includes working with vulnerable groups
- Driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured motor vehicle, and willingness to travel throughout Western NSW as required.

Essential

- Eligibility to work in Australia permanently.
- A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment to be obtained and maintained at your own expense.
- A Criminal Record Check (CRC) issued within the last 12 months that includes working with vulnerable groups.
- First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate (obtained and maintained at your own expense)
- Driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured motor vehicle.

Part-time is preferred; however, full-time and casual arrangements may be considered for the successful candidate.

Job Benefits

- Sign-on Bonus: receive $1,000 on commencement and an additional $1,000 after 6 months of continuous employment.
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Salary packaging benefits:
- package up to $15,900 of your salary each FBT year, which can significantly reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay
- package up to $2,650 of your meal and entertainment expenses annually per FBT year

- Salary Sacrifice Superannuation payments – boost your retirement savings
- Flare Benefit perks with exclusive discounts and offers on groceries, restaurants, entertainment and travel.
- Wellness benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To Apply

Click “Apply” below, uploading:

- Covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria
- Resume

Enquiries: Tina Swale, People & Culture Business Partner on 02 4365 2*** or **@ccpc.com.au

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