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Aboriginal Health Worker - Palliative Care - Identified
Posted on May 21, 2026
- Port Macquarie, Australia
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Part Time
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Hunter New England Local Health District
Reference number
REQ660729
Occupation
Aboriginal Health Worker
Work type
Part-Time
Location
Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast
Salary Information
$65012 - $93971
Closing date
27 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Bring your passion for culturally appropriate care to a supportive team in one of NSW’s most beautiful regional locations.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $32.78 - $47.39 per hour + super
Location: Biripi Country | Manning Hospital
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ660729
Applications Close: Wednesday, 27th May 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. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About the Manning area:
There aren’t many places in the world where you hear the words ‘I love where I live’ spoken daily. But you do in Taree, Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding Barrington Coast which is home to the Gathang speaking Aboriginal people, the Biripi and Worimi. We have the perfect lifestyle.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $32.78 - $47.39 per hour + super
Location: Biripi Country | Manning Hospital
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ660729
Applications Close: Wednesday, 27th May 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. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About the Manning area:
There aren’t many places in the world where you hear the words ‘I love where I live’ spoken daily. But you do in Taree, Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding Barrington Coast which is home to the Gathang speaking Aboriginal people, the Biripi and Worimi. We have the perfect lifestyle.
- Beautiful Rivers, pristine beaches, lush green mountains, a thriving community full of various cultures, lower housing prices, and higher living standards.
- The business community thrives with a new university precinct and fantastic career opportunities.
- We are just three hours drive north of Sydney, two hours north of Newcastle and one hour south of Port Macquarie.
About Manning Base Hospital:
- Manning Base Hospital is a great place to work because we offer a supportive and collaborative environment, exceptional benefits, and a variety of career opportunities.
- Our staff are the heart and soul of our hospital, and we are dedicated to providing a positive and rewarding work experience.
- Great job security, competitive salaries, and an excellent work-life balance.
- Manning Base Hospital serves the local communities of Taree, Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding districts and has undergone significant redevelopment following a $140 million investment with a further $40M planned.
- Manning Base Hospital has 180 beds with all the specialities you would expect of a Rural Hospital, providing you with a diverse mix of elective and emergency cases with support from our tertiary centre (John Hunter Hospital).
- Each area has developed professional development pathways supported by the Senior Leadership teams.
About the role:
- Provide holistic and culturally appropriate palliative care and end of life services to Aboriginal patients and their families and carers.
- Work closely with the palliative care multi-disciplinary team, community based service providers, patients and their families to ensure cultural and community issues are adequately considered.
- A comprehensive orientation package will be set up for the successful applicant as well as ongoing professional development opportunities including, mandatory training, regular clinical supervision, peer support as well as support from Social Work Manager.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team environment and contribute to the social work perspective in the multidisciplinary response, ensuring that patients are supported through the health system and beyond their discharge from the hospital.
Requirements:
- Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
- Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Lesli Yule on Lesli.Yule@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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