Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer

2 months ago


Heidelberg, Australia Austin Health Full time

**Reference Number**:1987**Category**:Administration and support**Department**:Ngarra Jarra**_Are you a current Austin Health employee? _**

**In accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act (2010) this position is open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.**
- Make an impact supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients
- Full time or part time permanent opportunity
- Heidelberg location, with multiple public transport options

**About the Ngarra Jarra Aboriginal Health Unit**
- Ngarra Jarra, which means healing, supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, their families and carers while they are in their care through culture support, advocacy, liaison and discharge planning. Our small but dedicated teamwork in partnership with multidisciplinary teams across the hospital who are committed to providing culturally safe, patient-centred care for mob.**About the role**
- As the Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer, you will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, their families and carers in accessing care, as well as during their time in hospital.- A regular day will see you:
- Visit wards and spending time with mob, their families and carers
- Help patients access services both internally and externally to Austin Health
- Contribute to project work with Ngarra Jarra and the broader team
- Participate in opportunities to visit other hospitals and engage with community

**About you**
- You will be someone with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.- To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:
- Knowledge of community health, public health and Aboriginal health
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the delivery of health programs or community services
- Strong work ethic and ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Good written and oral communication skills

**Our benefits**
- Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. There are a variety of rewarding benefits for working at Ngarra Jarra and Austin Health, including:
- Generous salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
- Wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance
- Regular cultural mentoring and guidance
- Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists

**Work with us**- **Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the **position description** for further details.**

**Application closing date: 12 November 2024



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