Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Hospital Liaison Officer (Identified)
Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service – Southport QLD
This frontline support role provides essential support enabling the development and delivery of frontline services, programs and outcomes.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Hospital Liaison Officer (Identified)to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the care of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients
- Advocate for patients and families in the hospital environment
- Translate and interpret patient treatment modalities using a culturally appropriate framework
- Role model culturally appropriate behaviours including co-facilitation of A&TSI cultural awareness education
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
- Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
- While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded
- Flexible work options
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
- Temporary full time (up to six months, with the possibility of extension)
- Base salary ranging from $3,053.40 - $4,198.90 per fortnight
About Us
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Service provides a range of culturally appropriate programs, resources, and services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients within the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service. It establishes and maintains strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders with regard to the services provided to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (which may include whole of government initiatives, other government departments, non-government organisations and the community sector). It is responsible for the direction and implementation of a range of priorities, plans, and strategies that relate to improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
Job Ad reference: GC696168
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Hospital Liaison Officer (Identified) employer: Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service
Gold Coast Health is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in the vibrant Gold Coast region. With a focus on employee growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, and a range of benefits including generous superannuation contributions and work/life balance initiatives. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our community while enjoying the unique lifestyle that the Gold Coast has to offer.
Contact Details:
Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service Recruitment Team
