Lgbtiq+ Liaison Officer
2 weeks ago
Permanent Full Time & Part Time positions available
Onsite and working from home arrangements available
Working with a dynamic, innovative and supportive team
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
An exciting and dynamic role working as part of a supportive and innovative team who are passionate about diversity and inclusion. The LGBTIQ+ Liaison Officer provides support to Eastern Health patients who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex or Queer/Questioning, Asexual, Non-Binary, Gender Diverse and/or Pansexual (LGBTIQ+) and their families and carers, in a safe and respectful manner, fostering an environment of inclusion and acceptance.
The LGBTIQ+ Liaison Officer has a leading role in improving the identification of LGBTIQ+ patients and ensuring excellence in patient care for patients who identify as LGBTIQ+ through individual patient liaison and support as well as support for clinical teams to develop safe and welcoming environments. The LGBTIQ+ Liaison Officer will work to address barriers that prevent people who identify as LGBTIQ+ from accessing services.
About you
**To be successful in this role you will possess**:
Clinical qualification and registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, or, if a non-registered profession, eligibility for membership of professional association, where relevant.
Strong understanding of and connections to the LGBTIQ+ community
Specialist knowledge in LGBTIQ+ health
Demonstrated clinical experience in acute and subacute services and in multi-disciplinary models of care
Demonstrated ability to establish effective and appropriate therapeutic relationships with clients and families
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policy directions, strategic documents and service issues
Highly developed written, verbal and non-verbal communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to negotiate and consult widely at all levels of the organisation
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as effectively within teams
Ability to develop relationships with external service providers
High level skills in Microsoft Office suite of programs
Post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate field (highly desirable).
Current Victorian Driver’s License.
Applicants with LGBTIQ+ lived experience will be highly regarded, particularly those with experience or understanding of intersectional identities including Disability, Aboriginal and CALD people who identify as LGBTIQ+.
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here
Diverse and engaging career opportunities
Friendly & supportive team
Flexible working hours
Salary packaging options
Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
**Please note**:
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
**Values in Action**: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
Contact Person
BELINDA ROSS
Contact Number
(04) 5981 1453
Closing Date
16/06/2023
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