Aboriginal Liaison Officer

3 weeks ago

Carlton, Australia Dental Health Services Victoria Full time
  • Fixed term full-time or part-time position until 30 June 2025.
  • You will have access to generous 5 weeks annual leave, an accrued day off per month and Salary Packaging benefit.
  • We offer cultural and ceremonial leave.
  • Your work will support vulnerable Victorians better their oral health.

It's the people who make a difference at Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV).

About the role:

We are currently seeking an Aboriginal Liaison Officer who will provide support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, carers and visitors accessing services at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne (RDHM).

You should be self-determined, flexible and committed to working independently and collectively in a team environment while providing high standards of culturally responsive services to people from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. You will play a key role in advocating for patient safety and the overall improvement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patient care at RDHM.

 A bit about you:

  • A Qualification in Community services/development, Aboriginal Health or a similar area
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience working with Aboriginal groups and service
  • Empathetic, caring and kind - always putting the patient first
  • Someone who has high attention to detail
  • A self-starter, takes initiative and has a passion for good patient outcomes
  • As part of our pre-employment process for this role, the selected candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and provide a Victorian Employee Working with Children's Check.

Why work for DHSV?

  • It’s the people who make the difference at DHSV Join a friendly and collaborative team with a wide range of skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. 
  • Fostering development: Opportunities to be involved in projects that directly involve improving care for our patients.
  • Financial Wellbeing. In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of a generous salary package that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay and get more from your salary. Salary package up to $9,010 to assist with everyday living more affordable.
  • Mental wellbeing: Carlton boasts several green spaces, including the beautiful Carlton Gardens which provide a relaxing break from the office. Perfect for lunchtime strolls to recharge
  • Competitive benefits: Discounted annual Myki ticket and affordable car parking through salary packaging are provided to help ease travel expenses.
  • Public Transport. Carlton is well connected by public transport, including trams and buses, making commuting convenient. The proximity to the CBD also means you can easily access various transport options.
  • Proximity to the City Center. Located just north of Melbourne's Central Business District (CBD), Carlton offers easy access to the heart of Melbourne’s economic and cultural activities. This means you can enjoy the benefits of being close to the city without the constant hustle and bustle.
  • Culinary Scene: Work at Carlton where it is renowned for its decadent food scene and charismatic culture. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a more leisurely meal after work, there are plenty of options nearby.
  • Work-Life Balance: It helps to maintain a healthy work-life balance by providing regular opportunities to rest and recharge with a monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO). 
  • Create a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients. You will share the pride and satisfaction of putting a smile on every patient’s face. 

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and welcoming environment and would love to hear from you if you would like to support the community in accessing public dental care. 

Please note that this position is identified and open to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, as per the Equal Opportunity Act (2010).

To review the position description, please click here.

We warmly invite you to apply today and take advantage of this unique and exciting opportunity to join our team To submit your application, please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Pamela George at pamela.george@dhsv.org.au. 

We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period, so please send through your application ASAP. Please note: We reserve the right to withdraw this job advertisement prior to the closing date once suitable candidates have been identified. 

Applications close on Wednesday 13 November 2024, 11.59pm.

We acknowledge that diversity increases our ability to transform and achieve better health outcomes therefore we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

DHSV is committed to child safety and wellbeing and has zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. We provide an inclusive and welcoming environment where cultural safety for children is promoted and practiced.

DHSV is a public health service and requires employees to be vaccinated in accordance with Department of Health policies or guidelines and/or public health orders issued by the government.

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