Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer, SGH - Permanent Part Time

Job Description

Employment Type : Permanent Part TimePosition Classification : Aboriginal Health WorkerRemuneration : $31.53 - $45.57 per hour plus superannuationHours Per Week : 12Requisition ID : REQ554296Applications Close Date : 10, March 2025Aboriginal Health Worker, St George Hospital, Kogarah The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison is a part of the multidisciplinary team at St George Hospital. Our aim is to improve access to our Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients who have been admitted to St George Hospital. The position is vital in building trusting relationships between the Aboriginal community and St George Hospital staff. The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison will work across a variety of clinical areas and will assist in advocating and supporting the cultural needs of patients and their families. The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison will assist in referrals to services to meet the needs of our patients. The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison will be based at St George Hospital within the Social Work Team and will be linked into a wider Aboriginal Health Workforce, supported by the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Aboriginal Health Directorate. The Role The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. Benefits: Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing. Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members. Discounted Private Health Insurance. For Nurses – Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable. For Nurses – Opportunity to obtain Clinical Nurse Specialist status where relevant. Minimum Requirements: Being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Demonstrated ability to prioritise workloads, to work independently as well as part of a team and to work within a hospital setting. Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, including historical contexts which may influence Aboriginal health, and national and state policies/strategies relating to Aboriginal health. Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities, and network with other services and health professionals. Knowledge of confidentiality, documentation and information management, relevant legislation, ethics and duty of care, and mandatory reporting requirements in an Aboriginal primary health care environment. Competent computer skills utilising varied and appropriate software programs (e.g., MS Word processing, data management systems and spreadsheets). Knowledge of quality improvement and experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families. Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards 2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role-related queries or questions contact Morgan Brown on Our CORE Values are C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Information for applicants: An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer. SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, people with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. 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