Make a meaningful impact & build strong community connectionsDiverse and rewarding role combining cultural mentorship, clinical support, and student engagementFull time – 36.25 how | Fixed term contract to 31 December 2026HEWL 4 $68,694 - $72,973 + 17% superAbout the RoleThe role works directly with allied health and nursing students on placement in the Torres Strait, ensuring their experience is culturally responsive, professionally supported, and aligned with community expectations.You will play a central role in orientating and supporting students, helping them build respectful relationships with community members, Elders, and local services, and guiding them to work in ways that honour local knowledge and cultural protocols.Key ResponsibilitiesCultural Support and MentorshipProvide cultural guidance to students and staff to ensure respectful, appropriate engagement with Torres Strait Islander communities.Placement CoordinationSupport student placements by assisting with logistics, travel, orientation, and day-to-day coordination of learning and clinical activities.Community LiaisonAct as a local point of contact for students, liaising with community organisations and health services to support collaborative, culturally safe placements.Health and Administration SupportContribute to clinical and administrative tasks in support of the allied health team as required.About YouWe are seeking a community-minded person who brings strong cultural knowledge, values respectful relationships, and is committed to improving health outcomes for our region.You will ideally have:Strong knowledge of Torres Strait Islander cultures and communitiesConfidence working with diverse groups, including Elders, students, and healthcare professionalsExperience in community health, administration, or student supportCertificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or willingness to undertake this training)A current driver’s licence and ability to travel within the regionAbility to obtain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check) and Yellow Card (Disability Worker Screening)Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19Why Join Us?Contribute to a meaningful program building the future health workforceWork as part of a supportive and culturally responsive teamAccess flexible working arrangements, 5 weeks annual leave, and wellbeing supportHelp create positive, lasting impacts for students, communities, and the Torres StraitHOW TO APPLYThis is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in rural and remote healthcare, while mentoring future health professionals and strengthening community connections.James Cook University considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and the filling of this position constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Katrina Bird via email Katrina.bird@jcu.edu.auApplications close Sunday 15 June at 11.59pm.Be part of something that matters.Help shape culturally safe healthcare for future generations.
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