Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Health & Wellbeing Services now has the following vacancy at our Mooroopna site.

Health Outreach Worker

Part -Time – 22.8 Hours Per Week | Flexible Working Days

Fixed Term, 24-Month Contract

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act (2010).

This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Are you passionate about supporting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities?
Join a culturally strong and values-driven organisation that offers flexibility, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives. If you’re community-minded and want to support others in navigating health systems, this could be the role for you.

About the Role

The Health Outreach Worker helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people access health services while ensuring that those services are culturally appropriate. This is a non-clinical support role, with responsibilities that include:

Community liaison

Administration and program support

Providing practical assistance to clients

Offering feedback about access issues and service gaps

Transporting patients to dialysis and specialist services

About You

You will bring the following knowledge and skills:

A commitment to maintaining client confidentiality

Understanding of and dedication to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture

Initiative and the ability to work independently

Strong coordination skills to collaborate across teams and programs

Empathy and understanding of the needs of people with mental health concerns, chronic illness, disability, or dementia

Willingness to provide transport support, including outside regular business hours (early mornings or evenings as needed)

What We Offer:

Competitive pay and conditions based on the ACCHS Award – Community Health Worker Grade 1 (based on qualifications and experience).

Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.

Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of

NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.

Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.

Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.

Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.

Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.

You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality.

To apply, please submit the following:

A current resume

A cover letter that includes:

Stating who your mob/clan is

Addressing the Key Selection Criteria (outlined in the Position Description)

A summary of your relevant experience and/or qualifications

Important: You must attach your cover letter and Key Selection Criteria response as a single file (together) in the Cover Letter section of the portal.

Please apply via this link https://rum.chris21.com/RUM_MER21p/Home/Index#!/

Applications close on Tuesday , 26th August 2025

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply as your cultural and lived experiences are central to the work we do.