Aboriginal Health Worker - Child and Family Health - Binji and Boori Service - Aboriginal Identified

About this role

Are you an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Worker woman ready to make a difference in your community? $67,612 – $97,730 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 10 October 2027 | Nowra Child and Family Health Service | REQ680236 | Applications close: 16 August 2026 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 This is a position identified for females on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. As the Aboriginal Health Worker within the Shoalhaven Binji & Boori community-based Child and Family Health team you'll play an important role in supporting children and their families throughout those critical early years (0-5yrs). In this role, you'll build strong relationships with Aboriginal families, connect children and families to the care they need, advocate for them across the health system, and work alongside nurses, midwives and other health professionals to provide culturally safe care. You'll also have the opportunity to lead community development and health promotion activities, helping to strengthen connections between the service and the community. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, so we're looking for someone who enjoys working with people, communicates well, and can adapt to changing priorities. If you have experience working with children, women and families, enjoy collaborating with others, and are committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal women, their children and families, we'd love to welcome you to our team! For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here . A little about us. In the Shoalhaven, ISLHD operates three hospital sites: David Berry Hospital , Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital and Milton Ulladulla Hospital. There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven . The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events. Benefits of working with ISLHD. We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: - Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) - Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay - Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) - Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families - Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: - Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role - Working With Children Check (WWCC) - Valid NSW Drivers Licence - Corroboration of Aboriginality and community This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 10 October 2027 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? - Visit the ISLHD website for application tips , to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information . - Visit the Stepping Up website here . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. - Visit The Welcome Experience website here . The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW. - Follow us on social media: Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube . - For role-related queries or help applying, contact Sarah Molyneux on Sarah.Molyneux@health.nsw.gov.au ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.