The Team:
The Community Health Clinic on Truwana/Cape Barren Island Health Clinic is a remote clinic that provides health care to the community of up to 100 people. The clinic is open from 8.30am until 5pm weekdays and provides an after-hours service outside of these times for emergencies and urgent care needs. It is staffed by Clinical Nurse Specialists, Aboriginal Health Workers and Health Care assistants with extra support from the Flinders Island Multi-Purpose Centre. There is a GP clinic that runs from the health clinic every Thursday.
The Role:
Support and assist the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in the provision of health care to the Cape Barren Island community including engagement with local Aboriginal community members to improve and address the delivery of culturally appropriate healthcare.
The usual pattern of work will entail a one week on/three weeks off routine. Travel to/from Truwana/Cape Barren Island from either Launceston, Bridport or Flinders Island, and on-site accommodation, will be provided each rotation for successful applicants who reside elsewhere.
Truwana/Cape Barren Island is the second largest island of the Furneaux Group in the Bass Strait and is a remote and isolated location. Applicants should familiarise themselves with the various aspects of working at this location (the contact officer is available for answering questions).
You will need:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Certificate III/IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or working towards)
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why truwana/Cape Barren Island?
This is a unique opportunity for contribute to the health and wellbeing of the community. The Island is owned governed by the Cape Barren Aboriginal Association who are proactive in creating a community that promotes traditional practices while looking towards creating a positive and vibrant future.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 19 hours per fortnight, commencing from 12 April 2026.
notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $63,110 to $66,049 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Regional Allowances
District Allowances of up to $4,618 per annum for a family
Benefits Available To Eligible Candidates
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Aboriginality - The Head of the State Service has determined that this is an Aboriginal Identified Position and that it will be filled in accordance with the Guidelines for Aboriginal Employment
Current Driver's Licence
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Holds or is working towards Certificate lll in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or *equivalent
*Certificate III in Aged Carer Certificate lll in Community Services
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
525963 Aboriginal Health Worker - Cape Barren OHO2 (July
Application Guide:
Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Samantha Elrick
Position: Director of Nursing - Flinders Island
Phone number:
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