Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Hospital
7 days ago
An exciting opportunity exists for a Hospital Liaison Officer within the Hospital Liaison Program. This position supports and works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and primary care providers within the Sunshine Coast region to ensure culturally appropriate and safe health services contribute to the improved health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. The role provides information and resources that enhances the ability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients to make appropriate health care choices and navigate through the complex health care arena.
Live, work and play on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Join an expanding Health Service with a culture of innovation, education, training and research, with facilities across the Sunshine Coast including the University Hospital at Birtinya.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Directorate works across all facilities and provides high quality care and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families as well as cultural education and training for SCHHS staff. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Directorate provides a multidisciplinary team approach to complex care including inpatient support, case management and care coordination through the health service and a supported transition back into primary care. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Directorate supports a collaborative approach to care by growing partnerships with community, health service providers and broader social services to support improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
**Key Responsibilities include**:
- Facilitate and maintain close liaison links with staff to enhance access to health services and practical social support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families.
- Develop linkages with all relevant hospital wards, departments, and community services to facilitate admission, discharge planning and referral to follow-up services.
- Network and liaise between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations, public sector agencies, patients, their families and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Programs within the Hospital and Health Service.
- Promote and facilitate the identification process for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients to staff on admission and assist in improving processes.
Indigenous positions - Under section 25 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.
Why work for us?
As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to: - A wellness program;
- Generous superannuation;
- Flexible work arrangements;
- Career training and development; and
- Salary packaging.
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