Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker - Advanced Health Worker

Cultural Assessment and Liaison Team – Child and Young Adult Services, Townsville, QLD 

Remuneration up to $121,940 + additional incentives and benefits | Permanent Full-time  

Help shape better mental health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people

Use your cultural knowledge, lived experience and community connections to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, adolescents, young adults and their families. 

As part of the Cultural Assessment and Liaison Team (CALT), you will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accessing Child and Youth Mental Health Services by providing culturally safe support, guidance and advocacy. Working alongside multidisciplinary mental health teams, you’ll help strengthen cultural safety, support positive care experiences and contribute to better wellbeing outcomes for children, young people and families. 

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a culturally strong and supportive team where your expertise is valued and respected. Working alongside Child and Youth Mental Health Services and other Mental Health Service Group teams, you'll help strengthen culturally safe care, support positive consumer experiences and build stronger connections between services, families and communities.

In this role you will: 

• Provide cultural support, advocacy and guidance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families and carers 

• Contribute to culturally informed assessment and treatment planning 

• Support clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver culturally safe care 

• Provide cultural supervision and advice to staff across the Mental Health Service Group 

• Strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations and stakeholders 

• Contribute to health promotion initiatives supporting mental health, wellbeing and substance misuse prevention 

Salary and benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, generous leave entitlements and opportunities for professional development and career progression, including: 

• Base salary range: $77,717 to $106,875 per annum  

• Annual leave: 4-6 weeks per year with 14%-17.5% leave loading 

• Superannuation: 12.75% employer contribution  

• Cultural professional development allowance 

• Cultural leave: 10 days paid per year 

• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay 

• Supportive team environment with strong cultural leadership 

• Ongoing training, development and clear career pathways 

• Job security within a large regional health service 

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance 

• Short commutes, affordable living and a family friendly workplace  

• Relocation assistance may be available for the successful candidate 

Why Townsville? 

Build your career. Strengthen community. Enjoy the North Queensland lifestyle. 

Townsville offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle, with easy access to beautiful beaches, Magnetic Island, outdoor adventures and a vibrant community. As North Queensland's largest regional city, you'll enjoy excellent amenities, strong community connections and the opportunity to make a genuine difference close to home. 

Requirements 

Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, this is an identified position, and applicants must be Indigenous to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

Applicants must hold a Certificate IV or Diploma in one of the following: 

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health 

• Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work 

• Certificate IV in Mental Health 

• Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs 

A suitable applicant who does not currently hold a relevant qualification may be considered for a temporary appointment while undertaking a supported training pathway. Upon successful completion, the employee will progress to a permanent appointment. 

Additional requirements include: 

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check) 

• A current Class C driver’s licence 

Apply now 

Bring your cultural knowledge, lived experience and passion for supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families to a role where your contribution is valued and makes a real difference.

Join a team committed to culturally safe care, strong community partnerships and better wellbeing outcomes across North Queensland.

Enquiries: Ruby Cedar on (07) 4433 9004 | [email protected]  
For further information or to apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV689358  
Applications close: Thursday, 17 September 2026