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. #ABORIGINALEMPLOYMENT

$31.52 - $45.57 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary part-time 24 hours per week | Illawarra Child Development Centre, North Wollongong | REQ597837 | Grade: Aboriginal Health Worker | Applications close: 29 August 2025

JOIN US IN SHAPING HEALTHIER FUTURES. TOGETHER WE CAN DO MORE.

We’re seeking a compassionate Aboriginal Health Worker to play a key role in providing culturally sensitive, trauma-informed support during health assessments for Aboriginal children and young people in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC).
In this collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you’ll work closely with registered nurses, social worker, paediatrician and administrative support to guide carers and young people through their healthcare journey. If you’re passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal children and young people, we’d love to hear from you!
In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for carers and caseworkers, facilitating the engagement of Aboriginal children and young people with the OOHC Health Pathway Program (HPP). You will coordinate and support health assessments, assist in the development of Health Management Plans, and liaise with external health providers, Department of Communities and Justice and other Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO’s) to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Additionally, you will attend multidisciplinary clinic appointments, particularly for cases with complex needs, and provide follow-up support to carers. Your work will be integral in bridging communication between clinical teams and Aboriginal communities, ensuring that care is delivered in a culturally respectful and effective manner.
The OOHC Health Pathway Program team includes nurse, social worker, paediatrician and administration support.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A LITTLE ABOUT US.

ISLHD operate four hospital sites on Dharawal Country in the Illawarra: Coledale District Hospital, Bulli District Hospital, Wollongong Hospital and Shellharbour Hospital.
With the ocean to the east and the escarpment to the west, there are also many benefits of living and working in the Illawarra. The contrast between mountains and beach gives the South Coast its own special charm. Life is lived at a slower pace, with mornings spent exploring cafes, eateries or food markets, and afternoons spent at the beach, on bushwalks or at one of many world-class wineries.

Please refer the Job description for details