Make a meaningful impact on Aboriginal community health
Deliver culturally safe care within a multidisciplinary team
Join a supportive service based at Mount Druitt Hospital
Support, empower and advocate for Aboriginal people with chronic and complex health needs while building stronger connections to culturally safe healthcare.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Remuneration: $72,186 – $93,971 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Mount Druitt Hospital, Mount Druitt Aboriginal Health Hub
Where you'll be working
Mount Druitt Hospital is committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people through culturally responsive, patient-centred care. You'll join a dedicated multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, respect and innovation in delivering high-quality services to the local Aboriginal community.
In this rewarding role, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen community connections, promote health equity and contribute to sustainable improvements in Aboriginal health and wellbeing.
- Work within a welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Be part of a service focused on Closing the Gap and improving health outcomes
- Build strong relationships with Aboriginal consumers, families and communities
- Contribute to culturally safe and secure healthcare delivery
- Access opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth
What you'll be doing
As an Aboriginal Health Practitioner – Chronic and Complex Care, you will provide flexible, holistic and culturally appropriate healthcare services to Aboriginal people living with chronic and complex health conditions. Working within your Scope of Practice and alongside registered health professionals, you will support individuals, families and communities to achieve better health outcomes and improve access to healthcare services.
- Conduct assessments, health checks and clinical procedures to support care planning and management of chronic and complex conditions
- Deliver health promotion, education and disease prevention initiatives that empower people to manage their health and wellbeing
- Coordinate and contribute to culturally appropriate care plans in collaboration with clients, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams
- Engage with local Aboriginal communities to develop, implement and evaluate health programs and strategies
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and health records in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualification: Certificate IV in Aboriginal Health Care (Practice)
- Registration: Current Registration with AHPRA as an Aboriginal health practitioner
- Evidence of Diversity claim: Aboriginal /Torres Strait Islander
Selection Criteria:
1. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. (N.B. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational Qualification and is authorised under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW).
2. Certificate IV Aboriginal Primary Health Care (Practice) with current registration as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
3. Demonstrated experience in working with multidisciplinary team and to liaise with other health professionals and external agencies to facilitate integrated care for Aboriginal people.
4. Demonstrated ability to undertake screening assessments, pathology and other forms as clinical assessments relating to Aboriginal Chronic and complex care
5. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, time management, and computer literacy including word processing and data entry skills.
6. Active involvement in the local Aboriginal community, with demonstrated understanding and commitment to improving the health issues impacting on Aboriginal communities.
7. Ability to work unsupervised, use own initiative and take a lead role in initiating and carrying out community screening activities.
8. Current valid Driver Licence
Requisition ID: REQ662854
Applications Close: 16th July 2026
Need more information?
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Elizabeth Ryan on [email protected] or on 0428 763 149.
This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Please see essential criteria. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application. If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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