Aboriginal Health Worker at EACH

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

48.99

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cultural Knowledge, Collaboration, Risk Assessment, Safety Planning, Community Engagement, Client Support, Intake Assessment, Psychosocial Support, Service Provision, Documentation, Follow-Up, Team Participation, Professional Development, Wellbeing Goals, Culturally Safe Practices, Youth Work, Mental Health

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Job Description Part time (0.4 FTE) ongoing role Based in Knox, on the lands of the Wurundjeri People $44.78 - $48.99 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550 Are you passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in their mental health journey? At Each, we’re looking for someone who brings heart, courage, and a commitment to inclusive care. Be part of a team committed to enhancing social, cultural and emotional wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in Melbourne’s Eastern Region, who present with complex or long-standing mental health issues. As an Aboriginal Health Worker, you will: Collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, using a culturally safe and responsive recovery framework Work in partnership with the community, families, and services to identify wellbeing goals Provide intake, assessment, referrals and psychosocial support for clients Maintain an active caseload and monitor young people, including follow-up for non-attendance Participate in team meetings, clinical reviews, and professional development Collaborate to identify and address gaps in service provision Document all client contacts and maintain accurate records About you To succeed in this role, you will draw on your lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, bringing cultural knowledge and understanding to your work with young people, families, and communities. You will have: Minimum Certificate IV in youth work, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, or a related field Experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in a culturally safe and inclusive way Skills to collaborate effectively with young people, families, colleagues, stakeholders, and other service providers Knowledge of risk assessment and safety planning procedures Ability to integrate knowledge that enhances Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health objectives Ability to identify gaps in service provision and address needs proactively Current state-based driver’s licence What’s in it for you At Each you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide: Diversity & belonging – We value all backgrounds, abilities, and identities and are committed to cultural safety Balance your way – Flexible work arrangements to help you juggle work and life commitments Competitive salary – Based on your experience, plus above-award conditions and generous leave options Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline-specific learning Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress Make public holidays work for you – Substitute public holidays to align with your personal, cultural, or religious needs. Ready to take the next step? To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to ‘Work With Us’ - ‘Careers’ - ‘Open Roles’ and search for this position. For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact Samuel Wrigley, Manager - Youth Mental Health Services, at [email protected] Applications Close: Monday 5th January 2026 Please note that, due to the festive period, applications will be reviewed in early January. Additional Information Next Steps in the Hiring Process Thank you for your interest in joining Each! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant. Didn’t find the perfect role today? Stay connected by joining our Talent Community — be the first to hear about new opportunities at Each! Compensation: AUD44.78 - AUD48.99 - hourly

Responsibilities

As an Aboriginal Health Worker, you will collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to provide psychosocial support and maintain an active caseload. You will also work with the community and other services to identify wellbeing goals and address service gaps.