About us:

The Child and Youth Mental Health Service provide assistance to people under 18 years of age and their family or carers. CYMHS aims to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment of emotional and mental health disorders in children and young people. Outreach services are provided to Woorabinda, Capricorn Coast and Mount Morgan.

About the role:

The Indigenous Advanced Health Worker will work in partnership with the Child and Youth Mental Health Service team to deliver high quality child and youth mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs care. The position works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team setting to deliver culturally appropriate services to first nation consumers and the community.

You will also contribute to Closing the Gap Key Performance Indicators as underpinned by Queensland Health Making Tracks towards closing the gap in health outcomes for Indigenous Queenslanders by 2033.

About you:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or
• Mental Health, or
• Alcohol and Other Drugs, or
• Mental Health Peer Work.

• Hold a Certificate IV or Diploma in the following:
• Not qualified? You can still apply! If you believe you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the role and are willing to study, we can support you to complete the mandatory qualifications while working.
• Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $114,355 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $39.27 - $50.54 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).

Applications close: Wednesday, 16 July 2025

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