Job Description
Full job description
Closes: 27 February 2026
Classification: Professional Officer Class 1
Salary: $80,862 - $100,632 plus superannuation
Position No: 61095 - 02PIV
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 February 2026
Contact Officer: Andrew Fraser on Andrew.Fraser@act.gov.au
What can we offer you:
Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
Flexible working conditions.
Access to Employee Assistance Program.
Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
Onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop.
Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).
About the Role:
This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Public Sector Management Standards 1996 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is considered essential and therefore confirmation of cultural identity may be requested.
Aboriginal Health Workers are recognised as key roles in liaison services and developing trusted relationships between the services and communities. The role is typically a person with established connections that can be leveraged to support access to services and provide primary health care to individuals, families and communities. This involves care-coordination, education and referrals to other relevant supports.
The Aboriginal Health Worker – Renal (AHW) plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, and communities throughout their renal health journey. This position ensures culturally responsive care and strengthens connections between patients, families, and essential health services. The AHW provides practical, social and wellbeing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accessing services at Canberra Hospital, North Canberra Hospital, University of Canberra Hospital Claire Holland House and community health settings.
For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au)
Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
Provide Confirmation of Aboriginality (may be required).
Note: This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Public Sector Management Standards 1996 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is considered essential and therefore confirmation of cultural identity may be requested.
Applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position.
For more information on this position and how to apply “click here”
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory's history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.
#LI-DNI
Note
This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Public Sector Management Standards 1996 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is considered essential and therefore confirmation of cultural identity may be requested.
Career interest categories:
Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Indigenous
Closes: 27 February 2026
Classification: Professional Officer Class 1
Salary: $80,862 - $100,632 plus superannuation
Position No: 61095 - 02PIV
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 February 2026
Contact Officer: Andrew Fraser on Andrew.Fraser@act.gov.au
What can we offer you:
Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
Flexible working conditions.
Access to Employee Assistance Program.
Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
Onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop.
Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).
About the Role:
This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Public Sector Management Standards 1996 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is considered essential and therefore confirmation of cultural identity may be requested.
Aboriginal Health Workers are recognised as key roles in liaison services and developing trusted relationships between the services and communities. The role is typically a person with established connections that can be leveraged to support access to services and provide primary health care to individuals, families and communities. This involves care-coordination, education and referrals to other relevant supports.
The Aboriginal Health Worker – Renal (AHW) plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, and communities throughout their renal health journey. This position ensures culturally responsive care and strengthens connections between patients, families, and essential health services. The AHW provides practical, social and wellbeing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accessing services at Canberra Hospital, North Canberra Hospital, University of Canberra Hospital Claire Holland House and community health settings.
For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au)
Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
Provide Confirmation of Aboriginality (may be required).
Note: This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Public Sector Management Standards 1996 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is considered essential and therefore confirmation of cultural identity may be requested.
Applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position.
For more information on this position and how to apply “click here”
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory's history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.
#LI-DNI
Note
This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Public Sector Management Standards 1996 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural identity is considered essential and therefore confirmation of cultural identity may be requested.
Career interest categories:
Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Indigenous
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Aboriginal Health Worker – Renal | Full-time Permanent position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.