How to become a Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker
Australia is home to 649,200 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, which is 2.8 percent of the total population. If it is important to you that someone looks after the welfare of these families and communities, learn how to become a Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker.
What is a Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker?
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health workers promote health and wellness to the community. They act as guides to people, reaching out to groups and stressing how important health and exercise is. These health workers record and evaluate concerns and create a preventative plan. They give out information and educational materials to all members within their care. They also schedule meetings to hear out concerns and discuss them with the community members.
To become an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health worker it is important that you show equality and awareness. Your desire to help people especially in this community should be part of your checklist. Your ability to work in a team and communicate well will also be important.
Hours & Conditions:
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health workers are usually full time but part time positions are sometimes available. Given the nature of the work there is sometimes long distance travel to attend remote communities.
Generally roles are in hospitals, health clinics or other health services available in metro and remote areas. You work as part of a team assisting doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals.
How to become a Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker: Qualifications
In order to become an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health worker you have to complete a VET qualification in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care or health care practice. A key thing to note is that you have to be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
You need to be registered with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board of Australia in order to use the title Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioner.
To look at courses that will help you find a role as an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health worker, check out
https://www.careerhq.com.au/careers-database
Although work in this field is limited, there is growth in the area. Roles are dependent on the region you’re in and while it will never be a large occupation there is scope for opportunities.
If looking after community and families are important to you, then learning how to become a Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health worker could be a highly rewarding career.