Aboriginal Health Worker-Child & Family Health

Aboriginal Health Worker – Child & Family Health

Full Time role located at Glenroy, Albury
$61,800 pa + salary packaging tax benefits to $15,900
Support with educational & opportunity
In this role, you will work closely with Child and Family Health Nurses in the Building Stronger Foundations program to support Aboriginal individuals, families and children to access health services and navigate their health journey in a culturally safe and supportive way. You will work closely with families, parents and carers to help ensure children have the best start in life and that families feel supported in managing their health and wellbeing.

You will play an important role in building trust with community members, providing health information and support, and helping families connect with the right services. By working alongside families and children, you will help strengthen health outcomes for the next generation while ensuring care is delivered in a way that respects culture, community and connection.

What you will be doing

Supporting Aboriginal families and children to access health and community services
Providing culturally safe health information, support and guidance to community members to navigate health services
Working alongside families, parents and carers to support child and family health and wellbeing
Supporting people to attend appointments and engage with health programs
Participating in child and family health programs, community activities and health promotion initiatives
Building strong relationships with local services to ensure families receive the right support
Working collaboratively with the AWAHS team to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal children, families and community
Requirements:

A genuine passion and commitment to supporting Aboriginal children, families and community
Understanding of early childhood health and wellbeing
Qualifications in health, Aboriginal health, community services or a related field are desirable, however relevant experience or a willingness to learn and complete training on the job will also be considered
To connect to the Aboriginal community and be an enabler for culturally safe supports for families
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Current Driver’s Licence
Working With Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Identify as Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander
What is offered:

Meaningful work: Make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal families and communities
Attractive benefits: Salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free, plus superannuation
Supportive team: Inclusive culture, professional development, supervision and EAP access
Career growth: Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career through training and internal opportunities
Progressive organisation: Contribute to an expanding service with a new health precinct underway in Wodonga
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with community and wants to make a positive difference in people’s lives.

If you are ready to lead with purpose and take on a role where your skills truly matter, we would love to hear from you.


For a confidential discussion, contact Chiquita Walsh on 0414 713 430
Chiquita.walsh@awahs.com.au
Visit: https://awahs.com.au


Applications close: 16th April 2026

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Full Time

Job no: CRAK60126

Salary range: $61,800 - $61,800
Location: Glenroy

Closing Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026