Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer

Job no: 886058
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Aboriginal Health
  • Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre - Aboriginal Health Service
  • Salary $76,561.00 - $80,256.00 (Pro Rata) ASO4 | Full time – Temporary contract until 27/6/2025

Calling all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Candidates: Seize the Opportunity to Make a Lasting Impact

The Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN) is committed to providing culturally sensitive healthcare services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We are seeking a dedicated Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer (AHLO) to join our team and contribute to the delivery of Karpa Ngarrattendi Aboriginal Hospital Liaison services.

About the role: 

As an Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between the healthcare system and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Your primary responsibilities will include providing culturally appropriate support, advocacy, and guidance to patients, their families, and healthcare professionals. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that the unique needs and cultural considerations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients are respected and addressed throughout their healthcare journey.

About you:

  • Cert III or IV in Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (Practice or Community Care
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally sensitive and accountable manner with Aboriginal individuals, families and communities.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with Aboriginal people, non-Aboriginal people, health workers and other organisations.
  • Ability to develop supportive and collaborative relationships with Aboriginal individuals, families and communities.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Derek Francis, Team Leader Karpa Ngarrattendi, e-mail Derek.Francis@sa.gov.au, ph (08) 8204 6359 or Theresa Francis Director Operations SALHN Aboriginal Health, e-mail Theresa.Francis@sa.gov.au, ph (08) 8179 5984.

 

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Monday 30th of December 2024

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  • We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
  • The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
  • Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
  • SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.  Job ref: 886058

This position has been identified as exempt in accordance with Sections 30(1), 52(1) and 103 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA); only applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent may apply.

 
 
 
 
 

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business