Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Advanced Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified) - This is an identified position - Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Vacancy: Permanent full-time

Location: Townsville

The Advanced Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified) will:

• Provide a range of hearing health services (working within a delegated Model of Care) to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children within the service area.
• Participate in the delivery of culturally effective services consistent with core business with a specific focus on hearing screening, competency based training programs, and health education services.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $117,817 p.a., including:

• Salary range: $2878.20 to $3958.00 p.f. (HWF3)
• Annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.

• Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.

• Appointment, and future increment progression, between paypoints HWF3.1 to HWF3.5 requires:
• Appointment, and future increment progression, between paypoints HWF3.2 to HWF3.7, or HWF3.8 (limited to employees who meet the requirements of HED 04/23) requires:
• Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted including Criminal History Clearance and Blue Card

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

For a confidential discussion please contact:
Carmel Wright on (07) 4433 8809.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV622112

Applications close: Monday, 17 March 2025.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.