Aboriginal Cultural Safety Trainer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Northern Health Authority Full time

Reference Number: 44558: Aboriginal Cultural Safety Trainer
Employment Type: On Going Part Time (PT)
Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)

About Northern Health:

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.

Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD, Melbourne's North is fast becoming the place to be

The Role:

With this newly created role, brings an opportunity for motivated and suitably experienced Aboriginal Cultural Safety Trainer to join the team at Northern Health.

This role promotes respectful and relevant healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. It involves educating hospital staff on Aboriginal cultures, histories, and experiences to combat biases and prejudices. The role also includes advising on policy adjustments for cultural inclusivity, fostering community engagement, and developing culturally appropriate resources. This position is essential in ensuring a culturally safe, understanding, and responsive hospital environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, ultimately leading to enhanced patient care and outcomes.

Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position.

NB applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 and the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 Special measures section.

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • In-depth knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, and the social determinants of health.
  • Proven ability in conducting cultural training or workshops, especially in healthcare settings
  • Expertise in collecting and developing educational resources focused on cultural safety to enhance understanding and best practices
  • Demonstrated experience in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • Awareness of current policies related to Indigenous health and cultural safety.

Next Steps . . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.

For further details, please refer to the . Alternatively, you can contact Karen Bryant , Senior Aboriginal Liaison Officer via

Applications close 5 July 2024

Why work at the Northern Health?

We offer a range of benefits to support and reward staff both personally and professionally, which includes:

  • Health and Wellbeing programs, including our 'Thrive' program
  • Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
  • An inclusive and culturally safe space
  • State of the art facilities and campus partnerships
  • A commitment to ongoing professional development through our 'Learning Labs'
  • Access to salary packaging, EAP and our online library

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Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.

All employees of Northern Health must comply with the health service's Staff Health / Workforce Immunisation procedure (as amended from time to time) together with any relevant State Government and Departmental directives. This requires all employees to be vaccinated for various diseases such as, but not limited to influenza and Covid-19.

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