Coordinator Indigenous Hospital Liaison Service

1 month ago


West Ipswich, Australia Queensland Health Full time

About the role
The team provides direct support and assistance to both clinicians and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander in-patients, families and Communities across the West Moreton region. They are also responsible for the delivery of culturally appropriate healthcare to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, including supporting accessible and equitable health outcomes, in the context of meeting individual needs.
The team supports the transition between service providers, on behalf of and in consultation with, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. They also provide information and resources that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients to make appropriate healthcare choices and navigate the healthcare system.
This role works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams within West Moreton Health (WMH) to ensure that culturally appropriate, sensitive services contribute to the improved health and wellbeing of First Nations people. This role will have the responsibility for the oversight and development of the Indigenous Hospital Liaison Service across WMH.
About you
- Ability to combine your lived experience of First Nations family structures, culture, practices and protocols with advanced management skills and advanced mental health and/or addictions knowledge and understanding of historical practices to deliver culturally responsive services.
- Proven ability to lead, develop and manage cultural services by using your cultural expertise, community connections and leadership skills to establish strong relationships between First Nations peoples within West Moreton Health.
- Ability to work effectively with First Nations people (including patients, carers and communities) within a health-related context with a clear understanding of First Nations culture, protocols and health related policies.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team.
- Ability to actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety and ethical behaviour.

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link

**Benefits**:

- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.



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