To perform this role it is essential that the incumbent is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

About us

Moreton ATSICHS operates a growing network of healthcare clinics for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our model of care provides holistic health and wellbeing services to support our Community across their lifespan. We bring together primary care, allied health, dental, mental health and wellbeing, maternity and early childhood, disability services, specialist services, and aged care as one team focussed on clients’ individual needs and goals.

We are an integrated team working together to improve the health and wellbeing of our Community. Our network is growing across Caboolture, Morayfield, Strathpine, Deception Bay, and Margate – now there’s an opportunity for you to be part of a great team making a real difference in people’s lives.

About the role

As a Youth Wellbeing Worker, you will provide culturally sensitive and trauma-informed support and advocacy services to vulnerable young Indigenous males between the ages of 8 to 25 years of age. You will play a significant role in improving youth access to comprehensive primary health care services across the service area, with specific emphasis on improving youth access to comprehensive primary health care services. As a youth wellbeing worker, you will provide services across various Clinic sites including Caboolture, Deception Bay, Margate, Strathpine, and our base location in Morayfield. Within this role you will be required to:

• Provide one on one support, mentoring and advocacy for young people between the ages of 8 to 25 years of age.
• Support young Indigenous people in engaging with MATSICHS services, including medical care and specialised services, such as care coordination, social and emotional wellbeing support, as well as allied health.
• Facilitate young people’s access through referral, advocacy and linkages to appropriate agency and support networks as necessary to help address social, financial, legal, educational, and vocational challenges.
• Delivery health and social and emotional wellbeing information in community-based groups.
• Liaise and develop relationships with external services and agencies to collaboratively address the needs of young people in the region.

About you

To perform this role it is essential that the incumbent is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

• Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD)
• Current Working with Children Check (QLD Blue Card) - Required prior to commencement
• Criminal History Check - Willingness to obtain upon commencement
• Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable young people aged 8 to 25 years old
• Demonstrated understanding of the health issues in Aboriginal Communities
• Willingness to travel within the Moreton Bay region.

Desirable, but not mandatory:

• Certificate III in Youth Work/Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health, or related field

What we offer

At IUIH we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.

• At IUIH ‘Our Collectivity is Our Strength’.
• Work as a valued member of a multi-disciplinary team to improve the health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that invites applications from all people.
• Be part of Australia’s largest community controlled Aboriginal Health Service.
• Access to “Growing Our Own Opportunities” through in-house training and programs.
• Weekly Staff Wellness activities and all staff ‘Gather and Grow’ yarns and award ceremonies.
• Competitive salary plus salary sacrifices of $15,899
• 12% Super contribution

To find out more about our services, Community, and work life, visit moretonatsichs.org.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE – Midday Monday 8th September 2025