Walk alongside community, support healing, and help Aboriginal people and families receive culturally safe palliative and end-of-life care.
Remuneration: $32.78 - $47.39 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Kamilaroi and Gomeroi Countries | Moree Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker / Practitioner
Hours Per Week: 22
Requisition ID: REQ673712
Applications Close: Wednesday 8th July 2026
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
"I think there is something special about being included, supporting and helping someone in their end-of-life journey and letting you hold space with them, their families and in their homes to provide the care they need. To help them live as long and as well as they can." Renee - Integrated Care Aboriginal Program Coordinator
As the Aboriginal Health Practitioner or Aboriginal Health Worker in Palliative Care, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients, families, and communities through their palliative care journey. Working within a passionate multidisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure care is holistic, respectful, and connected to culture across hospital, community, and aged care environments.
This role focuses on cultural care navigation, social and emotional wellbeing, patient advocacy, and health promotion. You’ll help families understand their health care options, access the right support, and ensure each person’s story and connection to Country are honoured throughout their health journey and at the end of life.
“It’s not about death and dying - it’s about care, comfort, and quality of life.”
Where you'll be working
You’ll be part of a strong and compassionate multidisciplinary Specialist Palliative Care team - including specialist nursing, allied health, and Palliative Care Medical Specialists and community-based staff - who work together and understand the importance of the role. You’ll have access to Aboriginal networks, monthly yarning circles, and professional development opportunities through HNELHD’s Aboriginal Workforce programs.
About you
You are a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who values Culture, and has strong ties to Community and Country. You’re passionate about walking with families through the palliative care journey, bringing compassion, understanding, and advocacy to every interaction.
You’ll have:
- As an Aboriginal Health Worker, a Certificate III (or willingness to obtain) in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification.
- As an Aboriginal Health Practitioner, a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Care (Practice) and registration with AHPRA
- If you are working towards the Cert IV in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Care (Practice), the Palliative Care team will support the transitioning from Aboriginal Health Worker to Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
- Understanding of cultural protocols, kinship systems, and practices around death, dying, and Sorry Business.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and liaise with families, community, and external agencies.
- Strong communication and documentation skills with a respectful, compassionate approach.
You understand the deep cultural importance of Sorry Business and support families to begin this process early - helping ensure each person’s transition to the spiritual journey is respected through practices such as cleansing or smoking ceremonies, returning to Country, or other cultural traditions meaningful to them
What we offer
- Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Be part of a connected Aboriginal health network across the district.
- Access to scholarships, training, and professional development.
- Regular yarning circles and cultural supervision.
- A team that truly values your voice, culture, and contribution.
- Salary packaging
- Fitness passport
Join a team that empowers Aboriginal voices, respects every journey, and ensures no family walks alone.
Additional Information:
- Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact [email protected].
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
How to apply:
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
- Please describe your understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in relation to grief, loss and palliative care. In your response, include examples of how you have worked with Aboriginal patients, families or community services, and how you have contributed to creating or leading culturally safe environments within a multidisciplinary team.
- Please provide an example of how you deliver culturally centred, empathetic and holistic care to patients and families experiencing life-threatening illness. Describe how your approach supports dignity, comfort and quality of life for patients, families and the broader community.
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For role related queries or questions contact Lee Clissold on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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