Health Worker Advanced (Identified) (Thursday Island)
Department of Health to Queensland
Thursday Island, Cairns and Far North QLD
Indigenous and Multicultural Services (Community Services and Development)
Government to State (Government and Defence)
Full time
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Health Worker Advanced | Permanent Full Time | Thursday Island
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn?
Make a real difference where it matters most
Work at an advanced level within the Men's and Women's Health program, delivering and supporting services that strengthen prevention, early detection, and management of sexually transmitted infections.
Partner with communities and providers to deliver culturally safe sexual health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those with diverse needs.
Identified Role
Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), this is an Identified Role. It is a genuine occupational requirement for the successful applicant to be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Your cultural knowledge, lived experience, and connection to community are not just valued to they are essential to delivering safe, respectful, and effective care.
Why this role matters to you
As an Indigenous Health Worker, you are a trusted advocate for Torres and Cape patients. You'll help ensure care is culturally appropriate, accessible, and responsive to strengthening health outcomes for your community.
You'll also:
Build strong community connections
Share knowledge and empower others
Be part of meaningful, on-the-ground change
More than a job to Living and working on Thursday Island offers:
Island living surrounded by reefs and sea
Short commutes and a slower, community-focused pace
Strong cultural connection and sense of belonging
Experiences that shape your career and your identity
What you'll get in return
Torres and Cape HHS offers a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits:
Base salary: 77,342 to 106,358 per annum Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
12.75% employer superannuation contribution
Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% annual leave loading
Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website. Follow us to Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
Discover more by reading the role description attached.
Torres and Cape HHS Values to Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Posted: 09-05-2026
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