About Us

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service. Servicing the communities of Cape York, with the main office is located in Cairns, Apunipima delivers public health care, and social and emotional well-being care, to community members. Being a part of the team at Apunipima means helping us deliver essential services as well as building capacity in communities to manage their own health care needs.

About the Opportunity

This position is full-time fixed term until 30th June 2027.

Special/equal opportunity measure

This position constitutes a special/equal opportunity measure under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Support Worker (AOD) assists in delivering services related to the use of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) and social and emotional wellbeing (SEWB) to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families in Hopevale and Wujal Wujal.

Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases will be conducted for the successful applicant.

Mandatory Requirements

- Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
- Current Queensland Drivers Licence
- National Police Check within the last 3 months or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
- Willingness to undertake study in Certificate III in Mental Health or Alcohol & Other Drugs or Cert III in Addictions Management and Community Engagement or other relevant qualification.

About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Experience living and working in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities




- Experience developing and maintaining effective relationships with community groups and local service providers
- Effective interpersonal and team skills and behaviours, incorporating sound verbal and written communication, and the ability to listen and empathise with clients
- Ability to collect, record and maintain relevant data and information.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate ethical behaviours

Why work for us?

- Competitive salary $62,438 per annum
- Modern facilities and resources
- 5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
- Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- EAP program

Our Culture

Apunipima, meaning "united - all in one" in Injinoo Ikya, was established in 1994 to advocate and support the health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cape York. Over the years, Apunipima has expanded to become a key primary health care provider across Cape York. Guided by the "Apunipima Way," Apunipima is committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We acknowledge and respect the voices of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Cape York and ensure our services are culturally responsive, informed, respectful, and ethically sound.

How to Apply

Don't miss the opportunity to join Apunipima. If you're interested in this role, submit your application, including your resume, cover letter and answers to the screening questions. Applications close on Monday 2nd November 2026.

If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal-prospect employer

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