About the work unit / facility The Children's Ward at Townsville University Hospital is part of the Women's and Children's Service Group, delivering specialised paediatric care to families across North Queensland. The team is committed to culturally safe, family-centred care and works closely with Indigenous Health Services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families. About your new employer Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare. We offer: Clinical Excellence: Delivering high-quality care through multidisciplinary teams and evidence-based practice. Career Growth: Access to ongoing education, training, and leadership development. Supportive Culture: Inclusive and collaborative environment that values diversity and wellbeing. Work/Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a lifestyle suited to North Queensland's natural beauty. Competitive salary and benefits Salary between $3777.60 - $4453.50 per fortnight (HWF4). 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading. Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%. Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support. About your opportunity As the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified), you will play a vital role in supporting children and families during hospital stays and outpatient visits. You will provide culturally safe care, health education, and advocacy, while collaborating with clinical teams to improve health outcomes and support discharge planning. Requirements Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health. Must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. Current C class driver's licence (manual and automatic). Evidence of vaccination or immunity to VPDs as per Queensland Health Policy. A probationary period may apply. Application details Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Lynda Briggs on (07) 4433 3515. Closing Date: Sunday, 28 October 2025. Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV663721
