Permanent Full Time Advanced Health Worker (Identified) position available GIVE US A CALL - Sarah Laxton (0413 359 995) would love to hear from you to discuss the role further. Tell me moreThe purpose of this position is to work as a member of the specialist Mental Health & AODS Team (Child and Youth) at an advanced level to assist in managing resources for the delivery of mental health and alcohol, and other drug services that assist in the prevention, early detection and management of mental health and alcohol and other drug problems. This will include weekly travelling to, and working within, Indigenous communities within the Cape York region. This position is based in Cairns and weekly FIFO. Professional and personal motivators As an Indigenous Health Worker, your advocacy for local Torres and Cape patients is vital in ensuring culturally sensitive and effective health care. You'll work in diverse and supportive environments that offer attractive lifestyle opportunities and experiences and enable you to make a valuable contribution in small communities. These communities will help you grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person. This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Workforce attraction incentive scheme | Careers (health.qld.gov.au) Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances; Base salary comprising between $77,877.00 - $100,227.00 per annum - you may be eligible for additional benefits - refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au) Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave. Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy: Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes. Choose Cairns for your next career move Rich Indigenous Culture 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 - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Discover more by reading the role description attached. Torres and Cape HHS Values - 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.