Aboriginal Health Worker, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service - Lismore

Job Description

Aboriginal Health Worker, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service - Lismore

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Discover the balance. Enjoy more flexibility, diverse career pathways, the opportunity to learn and grow, salary packaging + more.

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Employment Type: PermanentFull Time Position Classification: Aboriginal Hlth Worker Remuneration:$67,612 - $97,730 per annum Hours Per Week:38 Requisition ID:REQ692634

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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. Join the vibrant and professional team working with people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use. With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can work family-friendly hours and have a positive impact on the health of our communities. The alcohol and other drugs workforce work for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work. We are a team as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.

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About the role Providing flexible, holistic and culturally sensitive health services to Aboriginal clients and the community through the Alcohol and Other Drugs Service. The key purpose is to achieve better health outcomes and improve access to health services for Aboriginal people. We are the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. We listen to understand, not label.

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About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high-quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys. If you care about high-quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

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You care. We care . Learn more about NNSWLHD here.

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Relocating to the region? The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

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Join our team and you'll enjoy:

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Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay

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Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing

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Growth – access to professional and personal development

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Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment

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Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

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For role related queries or questions contact Shannon White on Shannon. White1@health.nsw.gov.au

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Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day .

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Applications Close: 23 September 2026 NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

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Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander descent. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1977. For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up , our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia.

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For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au . An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. This is a Category A position.

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To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015). You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position. This recruitment may be used to create anEligibility Listfor similar roles in the future.

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NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.