Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 30/07/2027)

Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker

Location: Cranebrook Community Health Centre

Remuneration: $34.09 - $49.28 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ697767

Applications Close: 26/11/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,

working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

Being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW).

This is an identified position under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW), open only to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).

An exciting opportunity is available for an Aboriginal Health Worker to join the Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service (AMIHS) and Building Strong Foundations (BSF) programs, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families across the Penrith Local Government Area.

In this rewarding role, you will deliver culturally safe, responsive and family-centred services that support the health, wellbeing and development of Aboriginal children from conception through to school age. Working closely with families, communities, multidisciplinary healthcare teams and key stakeholders,



you will provide a range of community-based services including health promotion, early intervention, care coordination and engagement activities that help families access the support they need.

As a key member of the team, you will play an important role in building trusted relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and health services, helping to improve health outcomes and strengthen participation in maternity, child and family health programs. You will also contribute to the development and maintenance of strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and other service providers to ensure coordinated, integrated and effective care for children and families.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference within the community while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal children and families. If you are passionate about supporting championing Aboriginal health and delivering culturally appropriate care, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

- Accrued Day off (ADO)

- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

- Novated Leasing

- Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

- Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

1. Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and female (applicant’s race and gender is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 and 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW).
2. Has undertaken or is willing to undertake within 12 months a minimum of Certificate III Aboriginal Primary Health Care.
3.



Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal cultures, communities, kinship systems and health and social issues impacting Aboriginal families. Ability to provide cultural brokerage, support culturally protected practice, and facilitate respectful access and engagement for families and communities.
4. Ability to provide advice, support and advocacy within the multidisciplinary team including advocating for the cultural, health and social needs of Aboriginal families and communities with a complex health system.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant policies and procedures within the LHD and NSW Health that guide the AMIHS and BSF programs.
6. Experience working with Aboriginal children, families and communities including the provision of health education, support, advocacy, referral and care coordination.
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with Aboriginal families.
8. Current drivers licence and willingness to travel use for work purpose travel.

Additional information:

- Click here for the Position Description
- For role related queries or questions contact Jo-Ann Buhler on [email protected]
- NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
- Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit the Stepping Up website
- NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
- For assistance with applying please click here. To find out more about the NSW Health application process please click here.
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

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