Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative – Health & Wellbeing Services now has the following vacancy
Aboriginal Health Practitioner(Clinical)
Full-time, 38 hours a week
T his is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About the Role
The primary responsibility of the Aboriginal Health Practitioner is to provide culturally safe clinical care and health promotion for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The role supports healthy growth, development, wellbeing, and access to services through clinical practice, care coordination, health education, advocacy, and community connection.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will possess the following qualifications, skills, and experience:
- Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
- Hold a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice.
- Be registered with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board of Australia.
- Maintain registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
- Demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development through the completion of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities.
- Have relevant experience in a similar role, including working effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Possess sound knowledge of primary health care principles, with the ability to conduct assessments, develop care plans, and implement appropriate health care strategies.
- Demonstrate highly developed written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Exhibit strong computer literacy and proficiency in using digital systems and applications relevant to the role.
What We Offer:
We value our employees and are committed to supporting their wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Benefits of joining our team include:
- Salary packaging options of up to $15,900 per annum for eligible part-time and full-time employees.
- Competitive remuneration and employment conditions under the ACCHS Award Grade 4, with pay rates above the Award.
- Access to additional employee incentives, which may include Christmas bonus leave days, recognition of NAIDOC Week, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities and support to enhance your skills and career progression.
- Free and confidential access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other wellbeing initiatives.
- Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your role, where applicable.
- Access to fleet vehicles for work-related travel and service delivery, where applicable.
You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality.
Your application must include a cover letter outlining who your mob/clan is, along with your previous experience and/or qualifications, and a current resume
Applications close: Tuesday 14th July 2026
This is an “Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.
