Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service. Servicing the communities of Cape York, with the main office is located in Cairns, Apunipima delivers public health care, and social and emotional well-being care, to community members. Being a part of the team at Apunipima means helping us deliver essential services as well as building capacity in communities to manage their own health care needs.
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Special/equal opportunity measure
This position constitutes a special/equal opportunity measure under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
There is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be female to ensure that cultural protocols and customs are being met
The SEWB Support Worker supports the delivery of holistic and culturally appropriate social and emotional wellbeing services in Cape York communities.
Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases will be conducted for the successful applicant.
Desired Skills and Experience
Mandatory Requirements
Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
Current Queensland Drivers Licence
National Police Check within the last 3 months or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
Enrolled or willing and able to undertake study for a Certificate III or higher in Community Services, Indigenous Mental Health; Alcohol & Other Drugs, Addictions Management or Community Development and complete the qualification in a specified time
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Experience living and working in a remote Aboriginal community
Experience developing and maintaining relationships with community groups and community elders
Sound level of literacy including ability to maintain client records and less complex documentation
Good interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to liaise with service providers and community groups
Good computing skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook
Knowledge of protocols and customs relevant to the local Aboriginal community
Why work for us?
Competitive salary $49,950.40 pro rata
Modern facilities and resources
5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
EAP program
Our Culture
Apunipima, meaning "united - all in one" in Injinoo Ikya, was established in 1994 to advocate and support the health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cape York. Over the years, Apunipima has expanded to become a key primary health care provider across Cape York. Guided by the "Apunipima Way," Apunipima is committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge and respect the voices of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Cape York and ensure our services are culturally responsive, informed, respectful, and ethically sound.
How to Apply
Don't miss the opportunity to join Apunipima. If you're interested in this role, submit your application, including your resume, cover letter and answers to the screening questions. Applications close on Monday 9th November 2026.
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact hr@apunipima.org.au
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal-opportunity employer
