The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker provides high quality, culturally appropriate services that focus on the provision of strength based, recovery focused clinical assessment, treatment and care coordination of consumers who experience complex and/or severe mental health, alcohol, and other drug challenges
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Health Worker – Advanced (Identified - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - Mental Health) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia
You will
* Deliver a range of evidence-based interventions in a culturally safe, clinically competent, professional, and effective manner
* Utilise your lived experience and knowledge of family kinship, culture, practices, and protocols to provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers with a culturally informed approach
* Provide supervision and mentorship to less experienced staff, demonstrating initiative in relation to service delivery
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* Appointment and future increment progression between pay points HWF3.1 to HWF3.5 requires
- Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Certificate IV in Mental Health, Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
* Appointment and future increment progression between pay points HWF3.2 to HWF3.7, or HWF3.8 (limited to employees who meet the requirements of HED 04/23) requires: - Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, Diploma of Mental Health or Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs.
* Drivers Licence
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
* Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Monday to Friday – no shift work or weekends
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Temporary full time (up to 11.12.2026, with the possibility of extension)
* Base salary ranging from $2 964.50 - $4 076.70 per fortnight
About Us
The Community Mental Health Continuing Care Team provide assessment, case management and treatment for 18–65-year-olds who live with an enduring mental health condition within the Gold Coast Area. Case Managers work with consumers, carers, and health providers to coordinate a holistic treatment plan aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles and environments for individuals, families and communities.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 19 May 2026 Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC682195
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.