An exciting prospect is available for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker to join a multidisciplinary healthcare team supporting young people within a youth justice custodial environment.
This role focuses on delivering culturally safe, person-centred care and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people from reception through to release into the community.
What's on Offer:
Work within a multidisciplinary health and wellbeing team
Meaningful role supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people
Diverse and rewarding work across health, advocacy, and community engagement
Opportunity to work within a leading community health environment
Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
The Role:
You will work closely with young people within a custodial setting to support their physical health, mental health, wellbeing, and connection to services both during custody and as they transition back into the community.
The role involves building strong therapeutic relationships, reducing barriers to accessing healthcare, advocating for young people, and working collaboratively with clinical teams, families, and community organisations to ensure holistic care outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in a culturally safe and respectful manner
Support young people with healthcare access, advocacy, and care coordinationAssist with health promotion, prevention programs, and wellbeing initiatives
Develop and maintain goal-directed care plans
Monitor and document client progress and health needs




Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and external stakeholders
Build and maintain relationships with Aboriginal community organisations and support networks
Support young people transitioning back into the community
Maintain accurate and compliant documentation and case notes
About You:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person (identified role)
Experience working within community health, youth services, justice, mental health, AOD, or social support environments
Strong understanding of culturally safe practice and trauma-informed care
Ability to build rapport and engage with vulnerable young people
Strong communication, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement skills
Passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
The Environment:
This role is based within a youth justice custodial setting supporting young people aged ***** years.
You will be part of a nurse-led health service delivering primary health, allied health, dental, and mental health supports in a collaborative and integrated environment.
This is a unique opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people while contributing to culturally responsive healthcare within the justice sector.
For further information on the role, please contact Greg Camm at ****** or ************.
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA AND THE ORGANISATIONS WE REPRESENT ARE PROUD TO BE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERS.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support.
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
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📌 Aboriginal Justice Worker (Melbourne)
🏢 Tradewind Australia
📍 Melbourne