Aboriginal Liaison Officer
2 days ago
Live and work in a place of great beauty, rich and diverse in culture and creativity. Enjoy a lifestyle that allows time and space to learn and grow.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 22 weeks)
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $62, $90,357.00 per annum, pro rata
Hours Per Week: 8hrs
Requisition ID: REQ
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About the role
Grafton Base Hospital is seeking an Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer (AHLO) to provide a key role in advocacy, education, and support for both patients and family, and may act as an intermediary between patients and other healthcare staff. The AHLO also plays an important role in improving cultural competence of healthcare workers to improve trust with Indigenous patients and families. Acting as a key component in understanding the cultural differences so that adequate healthcare and optimal outcomes can be provided in a flexible, holistic and culturally sensitive way. Maintaining an effective working relationship between hospital staff, Aboriginal Health workers, the local Aboriginal communities and local Aboriginal organisations.
About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)
We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.
If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.
You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.
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Join our team and you'll enjoy:
- Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay
- Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
- Growth – access to professional and personal development
- Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
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Applications Close: 14 September 2025
NNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander descent. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti- Discrimination Act
For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.
To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see
You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.
This recruitment may be used to fill future positions for permanent, temporary and casual positions
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