Advanced Health Worker: Post Disaster Recovery (Identified First Nations)

Advanced Health Worker: Post Disaster Recovery (Identified First Nations) Organisation: Metro South Hospital and Health Service Location: 51 Wembley Road, Logan Central, Queensland Work arrangement: On site Employment type: Contract Pay rate: $40.45 Applications close: 9 August 2026 About the role Metro South Health is seeking an Advanced Health Worker to support culturally safe post-disaster mental health recovery for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary health team, the successful applicant will provide primary healthcare and recovery support grounded in culture and connection to Country and community.

Key responsibilities

Provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander primary healthcare within a multidisciplinary health team, in line with an approved scope of practice and healthcare plans. Provide culturally safe spaces for post-disaster mental health recovery, strengthening connection to Country, culture and community as sources of resilience.

Engage and communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities. Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and their immediate families to navigate the health system and maintain continuity of care. Contribute to quality improvement and research activities under the guidance of senior staff.

Work with other professionals to deliver education, health promotion programs and workshops in disaster-affected communities. Support First Nations peer workers, community leaders, government agencies and non-government organisations to improve access to recovery services through culturally appropriate pathways. Provide cultural support to other professionals, helping them strengthen their cultural capability and responsiveness when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Engage with community members to strengthen community participation in post-disaster mental health recovery and resilience-building activities. Participate in regular supervision and training to strengthen post-disaster recovery service delivery skills. Maintain documentation, records and health information in accordance with regulatory and funding body requirements.

Maintain confidentiality at all times. Deliver healthcare in accordance with the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards in a culturally safe and respectful way. Fulfil the responsibilities of the role in accordance with Queensland Health’s core values. Treat patients and colleagues fairly and with mutual respect, regardless of cultural, religious, ethnic or linguistic background, gender, identity, age or ability.

Follow relevant service quality standards and workplace health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification. Certified copies of the required documents must be provided to the appropriate supervisor or manager before commencing clinical duties. Applicants must hold one of the following: Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health; or Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.

Applicants who do not currently hold the mandatory qualification but believe they have the knowledge, skills and capability to perform the role are encouraged to apply. They must be willing to complete the required qualification within an agreed timeframe if appointed. A successful applicant who does not yet hold the qualification will be employed at the no-qualification pay point until evidence of completion is provided.

Metro South Health will provide full financial and leave support to complete the qualification. Applicants who would like to discuss this pathway can contact the person listed in the role description. Role requirements Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), there is a genuine occupational requirement that the person appointed is Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.

The role is classified in accordance with the Phase 2 outcome under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (Queensland Health) Certified Agreement (No. 1) 2019. The role is currently being assessed through the Phase 3 process under clause 34.1(a) and Schedule 6 of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (Queensland Health) Certified Agreement (No.

1. 1. This assessment may result in changes to the role description, position title, classification or remuneration level. Employees will not experience any loss of employment conditions or remuneration as a result of this process. As a condition of employment, the successful applicant must be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine-preventable diseases in accordance with Health Employment Directive No.

01/16: Measles, mumps and rubella Varicella (chickenpox) Pertussis (whooping cough) Hepatitis B The successful applicant must hold an appropriate class C driver licence and provide evidence of this licence before commencing duties. The role involves providing individual support to children in person, by telephone or online.

It is considered regulated employment under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000. The successful applicant must hold a Working with Children Blue Card before appointment. What they can offer Metro South Health offers a family-friendly work environment that supports employees to enjoy Queensland’s lifestyle.

They are recognised for teaching and research excellence and maintain strong relationships with Queensland’s leading tertiary institutions. They support employees to build meaningful, long-term careers, with opportunities to learn and grow across different roles. Employees also receive the benefits of working within Queensland’s public health system, including: Generous leave entitlements Attractive salary and remuneration packages Salary packaging Access to relevant professional development allowances and leave Study and research assistance Corporate discounts Employee wellbeing programs Metro South Health is committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive workplace.

They actively support reconciliation and recognise and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. They are also working towards developing a Reconciliation Action Plan. How to apply Submit an application online through the Queensland Health application portal. Applications close 9 August 2026.