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Indigenous Job Opportunities - Including Brisbane, Townsville, Mackay & Greater QLD

As the PCCC Trust has well-established relationships with many of the large regional employers across the footprint of PCCC Country. Several of these agreements include commitments to maximise the participation of PCCC People in employment and training opportunities created by these organisations.

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Our Partners | Bravehearts

We are seeking a dedicated and experience Canoe Building Mentor to join our team. 

The Mentor will be responsible for guiding and supporting First Nations participants, including students and community members, in the construction of canoes. This role involves providing hands-on instruction, sharing expertise in canoe building techniques, and fostering a collaborative and supporting learning environment.

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Apply by 15th April 2024

Our Partners | Bravehearts

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgable Elder to join our team on casual basis. 

The Elder will play a vital role in fostering cultural understanding and appreciation among First Nations students and staff members. This position involves sharing Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and perspectives, as well as providing guidance and support in cultural activities and events within the River Connections program.

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Apply by 15th April 2024

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About this Opportunity

  • Casual
  • School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences
  • CQUniversity – Work from home / online
  • Casual rates apply

We are currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified teachers with relevant industry experience in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care field for the following positions:

  • Teacher (Contact)
  • Tutor
  • Casual Content Writer/Expert
  • Casual Marker 

Please note this vacancy is a casual pool. Your expression of interest will remain valid until 31 December 2023. You will only be contacted if appropriate casual work becomes available whilst your application is active.

Position Requirements

  • Desirable TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or a Diploma or a higher-level qualification in adult education.
  • Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice or higher relevant qualification
  • AHPRA registration as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner
  • Relevant Industry experience.

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday, 30 June 2024

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Location: Gladstone region 
Classification: Environment & Conservation

Role Overview

The First Nations Fire Volunteer will work as part of a team to undertake a range of activities associated with delivering cultural burns on Council reserves. The volunteer will assist in the planning, and preparation of sites and the implementation of Traditional Burns on Council controlled land.

First Nations nationality is an essential requirement for this role. 

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Workplace Location: Sunshine Coast
Closing date: 28-Oct-2024
Yearly salary: $68327 - $86705
Fortnightly salary: $2619.00 - $3323.40

Child Safety Officers are responsible for delivering statutory child protection services including assessment, intervention, casework and case management in accordance with legislation and practice guidelines. Child Safety Officers work in teams (often multi-disciplinary) based in Child Safety Service Centres covering specific geographical areas in various locations across Queensland.

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Deliver accountable and collaborative integrated child protection services that respect the culture and context of each child, young person, family and community in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, statutory responsibilities, and the child protection practice framework.
  • As part of a multi-disciplinary team (which may include representation from other agencies), undertake high quality strengths-based child protection practice. Including assessment, intervention, casework and case management.
  • Participate and contribute productively as a team member to form culturally appropriate, professional working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, including children, young people and families, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), and other service providers.
  • Foster a culture and philosophy of quality frontline service delivery based on collaboration, cooperation, commitment to excellence and professional ethics.
  • Maintain quality case records in accordance with departmental case management requirements.
  • Participate and contribute to a culture of continuous learning, training and professional development, to ensure practice knowledge and skills are contemporary and evidence-based.
  • Draw on demonstrated provisional expertise in one or more disciplinary areas in order to undertake more complex and/or demanding workloads and/or provide coaching, advice and support to less experienced Child Safety Officers (when appropriate).

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Queensland Government home

Position status: Permanent
Position type: Flexible full-time
Occupational group: Health - Health Service Support
Workplace Location: Central West Qld
Closing date: 30-Jun-2024
Fortnightly salary: $2722.20 - $2910.80

The position is responsible for the prevention, early detection, and management of health problems for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The role will entail service delivery from designated primary clinic locations and outreach services, under limited supervision, as required.

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis B, pertussis and influenza during their employment.

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Position status: Casual
Position type: Non Standard Hours
Occupational group: Services & Hospitality
Workplace Location: Brisbane Inner City
Closing date: 10-Jul-2024
Salary Other: $33.43 - $36.13 p/h

QAG are looking for Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people to work for QAG! If you enjoy assisting people of all ages from diverse cultural backgrounds we'd like to hear from you!

The Gallery and Visitor Services Officer role enhances QAGOMA's public profile through positive interaction and information delivery with the public while also assisting the Protection and Visitor Services Team with ensuring protection of Gallery property including art works. QAGOMA is Queensland's premier visual arts institution and a major cultural tourism attraction for Queensland and aims to connect art and people and is part of the Queensland Cultural Precinct.

The position has a key customer service role and interacts with the public to provide informative and educational information and assistance about the Gallery, the art and its activities. Gallery & Visitor Services Officers also ensure the conditions of entry are followed and maintain the Gallery's security and emergency management procedures.

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  • Position status: Permanent, Temporary, Casual
  • Position type: Full-time
  • Occupational group: Primary Industry & Environment
  • Workplace Location: Brisbane Inner City, Brisbane - North, Brisbane - South, Brisbane - East, Brisbane - West, North West Qld, Cairns region, Toowoomba region, Far North Qld, Townsville region, Mackay region, Rockhampton region, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Central West Qld, South West Qld
  • Closing date Ongoing
  • Yearly salary $61476 - $65306
  • Fortnightly salary $2356.40 - $2503.20'

QPWS are currently recruiting for several Ranger positions across Queensland, including Indigenous Identified roles (section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, QLD).

Five (5) positions in Central Queensland for immediate fill:

  • Byfield National Park
  • Blackdown Tablelands National Park (Indigenous identified role)
  • Rockhampton
  • Eungella National Park
  • Slade Point (Mackay).

Embark on a career with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services and Partnerships (QPWS&P). As a Queensland Park Ranger, you'll contribute to conserving Queensland's protected areas and biodiversity, with a strong focus on respecting First Nations peoples' cultural values.

  • Parks and Wildlife Employees Award - State 2016, Ranger, $2,256 - $2,396 per fortnight, plus superannuation contributions of up to 12.75% of your annual salary.
  • For those working in specific regional locations, we provide additional allowances such as Restricted Area and District allowances.
  • Diverse and impactful roles managing and conserving Queensland's protected areas.
  • Varied responsibilities, from fire management to land conservation, making each day unique and fulfilling.
  • Opportunities for career progression and development; as you grow within QPWS&P, unlock new pathways and opportunities for personal and professional advancement.

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Workplace Location: Gold Coast
Closing date: 18-Apr-2024
Yearly salary: $76747 - $112805
Fortnightly salary: $2941.70 - $4323.80

About the role

An opportunity has become available for a Dietitian (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health - Identified) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

  • Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community
  • A recognised degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Be eligible for full membership with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) credential
  • Driver 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)

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Administration
Workplace Location: Sunshine Coast
Closing date: 17-Apr-2024
Yearly salary: $88187 - $97157

An exciting opportunity exists for the Workforce Education Officer to provide high quality care and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Workforce Education Officer contributes to building a culturally safe workforce by supporting the design and development of a wide range of initiatives.

Key Responsibilities include: 

  • Support the coordination, development and implementation of initiatives that increase cultural capability within the SCHHS including those related to the Cultural Practice Program, growing, and retaining the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce and the promotion of significant cultural events.
  • Assist, develop and promote the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service's initiative to increase, support and retain the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce.
  • Develop and maintain strong links within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and with relevant organisations and demonstrate a sound knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and protocols.
  • Demonstrated ability to book and organise meetings and conferences, including preparing and circulating paperwork such as minutes as requested.

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Gladstone Ports Corporation

Location: Gladstone, QLD

Closing date: 17th April 2024 AEST

About the Role

The Gladstone Ports Corporations Operations team is seeking applications from suitably experienced candidates for the Permanent Positions of Production Operators across various sites and locations.

Reporting to the Terminal Supervisor and working in a dedicated team, you will be accountable for all bulk material handling for unloading, shiploading and quarry processes within their respective skills set.

The role will include machinery operation, inspections, trouble shooting, shipping movements and general labouring work on plant and equipment to support its safe and efficient operation.

About You

We are looking for experienced Operators who are keen to learn with a willingness for self-improvement and to grow professionally. You will display strong communication skills, have a positive attitude towards safety, and align with the business’s Code of Conduct behaviours and values.

You will be required to have the following nationally recognised RII Statement of Attainments and Licences;

  • C Class Drivers Licence
  • Excavator;
  • Dozer;
  • Skid Steer;
  • Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) – or the ability to obtain & maintain.
  • Front End Loader;
  • HR Class Driver’s Licence (desirable)

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CQID is experiencing enormous organisational growth across all services and seeking suitable candidates for a range of positions. 

  • Team Leader Family Wellbeing (FWB) – Woorabinda  FT
  • Strong Family Culture Case Facilitators- Emerald
  • Foster & Kinship Care Placement Officers – Rockhampton
  • Connected Beginnings Community Engagement Officer – Hervey Bay
  • Connected Beginnings Connections Officer – Hervey Bay
  • Casual Staff  Positions for the Mimosa Creek Healing Centre – Woorabinda
  • Next Step Plus Case Workers  – Bundaberg, Hervey Bay
  • Semi – Independent Living Service – (SILS) –  Case Workers
  • Manager, Residential /Sils Services

Desirable Skills and Attributes 

  • Qualifications and experience relating to the particular role are required
  • Demonstrated personal qualities, such as professionalism, personal initiative, creativity and good judgement, working both within a team and autonomously
  • Competent in use of Microsoft Office software
  • Self-starter, motivated and able to self-manage work tasks Physical ability to undertake job responsibilities

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  • $40 - $50/hr
  • Bundaberg

About the opportunity: 

Reporting to the Program Service Leader, this leadership role is primarily focused on supporting the day-to-day operations of the residential program and building capacity within our team of youth workers. 

We are looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Senior Youth Worker based in Bundaberg. In this role with DCC, the Senior Youth Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality care and developmental support to young people aged 12 to 17 within residential programs. This role involves direct care duties, supervision of Youth Workers, and operational support to ensure program efficiency and compliance with DCC's mission and care standards.

As a 'Worker' under the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, the Senior Youth Worker must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
  • Adhere to all DCC’s WHS Policies & Procedures and complete mandatory training.
  • Comply with reasonable directives from DCC regarding health and safety practices.

Role Requirements: 

  • Proven experience in Non-Family-Based Care, with a strong understanding of child protection and out-of-home care principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and effective team environment.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to ethical practices and regulatory standards.
  • Required to undergo probity checks including criminal record checks, working with children checks, and any other relevant licensing requirements.

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  • $40 - $50/hr
  • Rockhampton

About the opportunity: 

Reporting to the Program Service Leader, this leadership role is primarily focused on supporting the day-to-day operations of the residential program and building capacity within our team of youth workers. 

We are looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Senior Youth Worker based in Bundaberg. In this role with DCC, the Senior Youth Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality care and developmental support to young people aged 12 to 17 within residential programs. This role involves direct care duties, supervision of Youth Workers, and operational support to ensure program efficiency and compliance with DCC's mission and care standards.

As a 'Worker' under the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, the Senior Youth Worker must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
  • Adhere to all DCC’s WHS Policies & Procedures and complete mandatory training.
  • Comply with reasonable directives from DCC regarding health and safety practices.

Role Requirements: 

  • Proven experience in Non-Family-Based Care, with a strong understanding of child protection and out-of-home care principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and effective team environment.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to ethical practices and regulatory standards.
  • Required to undergo probity checks including criminal record checks, working with children checks, and any other relevant licensing requirements.

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  • $40 - $50/hr
  • Toowoomba

About the opportunity: 

Reporting to the Program Service Leader, this leadership role is primarily focused on supporting the day-to-day operations of the residential program and building capacity within our team of youth workers. 

We are looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Senior Youth Worker based in Bundaberg. In this role with DCC, the Senior Youth Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality care and developmental support to young people aged 12 to 17 within residential programs. This role involves direct care duties, supervision of Youth Workers, and operational support to ensure program efficiency and compliance with DCC's mission and care standards.

As a 'Worker' under the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, the Senior Youth Worker must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
  • Adhere to all DCC’s WHS Policies & Procedures and complete mandatory training.
  • Comply with reasonable directives from DCC regarding health and safety practices.

Role Requirements: 

  • Proven experience in Non-Family-Based Care, with a strong understanding of child protection and out-of-home care principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and effective team environment.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to ethical practices and regulatory standards.
  • Required to undergo probity checks including criminal record checks, working with children checks, and any other relevant licensing requirements.

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  • $40 - $50/hr
  • Ipswich

About the opportunity: 

Reporting to the Program Service Leader, this leadership role is primarily focused on supporting the day-to-day operations of the residential program and building capacity within our team of youth workers. 

We are looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Senior Youth Worker based in Bundaberg. In this role with DCC, the Senior Youth Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality care and developmental support to young people aged 12 to 17 within residential programs. This role involves direct care duties, supervision of Youth Workers, and operational support to ensure program efficiency and compliance with DCC's mission and care standards.

As a 'Worker' under the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, the Senior Youth Worker must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
  • Adhere to all DCC’s WHS Policies & Procedures and complete mandatory training.
  • Comply with reasonable directives from DCC regarding health and safety practices.

Role Requirements: 

  • Proven experience in Non-Family-Based Care, with a strong understanding of child protection and out-of-home care principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and effective team environment.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to ethical practices and regulatory standards.
  • Required to undergo probity checks including criminal record checks, working with children checks, and any other relevant licensing requirements.

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  • Bundaberg, QLD

About the opportunity: 

Deadly Communication Connections are looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Senior Youth Worker based in Ipswich. In this role with DCC, the Senior Youth Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality care and developmental support to young people aged 12 to 17 within residential programs. This role involves direct care duties, supervision of Youth Workers, and operational support to ensure program efficiency and compliance with DCC's mission and care standards. As a 'Worker' under the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, the Senior Youth Worker must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
  • Adhere to all DCC’s WHS Policies & Procedures and complete mandatory training.
  • Comply with reasonable directives from DCC regarding health and safety practices.

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  • Ipswich, QLD

About the opportunity: 

Deadly Communication Connections are looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Senior Youth Worker based in Ipswich. In this role with DCC, the Senior Youth Worker plays a critical role in providing high-quality care and developmental support to young people aged 12 to 17 within residential programs. This role involves direct care duties, supervision of Youth Workers, and operational support to ensure program efficiency and compliance with DCC's mission and care standards. As a 'Worker' under the Work Health & Safety Act 2011, the Senior Youth Worker must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
  • Adhere to all DCC’s WHS Policies & Procedures and complete mandatory training.
  • Comply with reasonable directives from DCC regarding health and safety practices.

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  • Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services (Community Services & Development)
  • Government - State (Government & Defence)
  • Full time
  • Remuneration value up to $47,405 p.a.

Your opportunity:

  • Provide lived experience support to consumers of the Alcohol and Other Drugs Services (AODS) that promotes self awareness and growth for the reduction of, or recovery from the use of harmful substances.
  • Provide intentional AOD Peer Support and model self defined recovery strategies that support the assessment, intervention and referral of consumers utilising AOD support services for care, harm minimisation support and recovery.
  • Provide consumers with education, information, referrals and support from personal experience of recovery and of utilising mental health services and non-government agencies.

Under 25s of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to have a personal lived experience of harmful, disruptive substance use and/or addiction and recovery. This is the skill set of lived experience required for this role.

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The Young Indigenous Women’s STEM Academy have not one, but two Fixed Term opportunities!

The team is searching for role models who will provide guidance, assistance and support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander female and female-identifying students participating in the Academy using a case management approach.

The Academic Coordinator builds and maintains strong and respectful relationships with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities, families and other stakeholders across their cohort region.

Applications close Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 11:00pm.

Academic Coordinator (Brisbane West) until July 2025: https://bit.ly/49FizjG
Academic Coordinator (Queensland) until July 2027: https://bit.ly/3xNWceH

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Position status: Permanent
Position type: Flexible full-time
Occupational group: Marketing, PR & Communication
Workplace Location: Brisbane Inner City
Closing date: 07-May-2024
Yearly salary: $122924 - $131630
Fortnightly salary: $4711.70 - $5045.40

Be responsible for proactive and reactive media management, including social media and public information services to meet organisational requirements for the Department of Treaty, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, Communities and the Arts.

You’ll use your expert relationship building and negotiation skills to maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including the media and Minister’s office, supervising media and content officers to develop and deliver timely and high-quality media products.

Learn more and apply online here

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Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full-time
Occupational group: Administration
Workplace Location: Sunshine Coast
Closing date: 10-May-2024
Yearly salary: $71150 - $78951
Fortnightly salary: $2727.20 - $3026.20
Job duration: until 30/09/2024 with possible extension

The role of the Administrative Officer is to provide efficient and effective administrative services to support in the coordination of human resources, finance, facilities coordination, and records keeping. The role also supports the day-to-day operation of the Regional Intake to deliver outcomes to internal and external clients.

It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant’s background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.

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Acknowledgement

In loving memory of all our ancestors, we acknowledge their fight and their hard work to get recognition of our country and for us to be standing here today.