The Definition of an Aboriginal Health Worker (2018_018) was updated after significant consultation, in line with recent national and state activity regarding training, qualifications and professional activities.
To celebrate the National Day of Recognition for Aboriginal Health Workers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners on August 7th 2024, NSW Health has released a video highlighting the work the profession does in connecting Aboriginal people to culturally safe clinical care.
The NSW Health Aboriginal Health Worker Guidelines and the Decision Making Framework for Aboriginal Health Practitioners are aimed at strengthening the roles and supporting the career development of Aboriginal health workers in NSW Health.
These resources support the ongoing professional development and career pathway development of Aboriginal health workers in line with the NSW Health Aboriginal Workforce Composition Policy (PD2023_046).
This initiative started in 2000 to support people employed as Aboriginal Health Workers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners (as outlined in Information Bulletin 2018/018) to collaborate and share information on career pathways, professional development opportunities and workforce initiatives across NSW.
The 2024 event was held virtually on Wednesday, 31 July 2024.
