Community Liaison Officer

Join the Kalwun Team - Make a Real Impact in Community!

* This is an identified position, applicants must be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person *

Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd, a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation, is calling on passionate changemakers to join our Health and Wellbeing team at Coomera clinic.

Whether you’re delivering frontline services, supporting our community behind the scenes, or helping to strengthen cultural connections, your work will make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across South East Queensland. Kalwun offers a wide range of programs across health, community, and family services, all grounded in culture, care, and connection.

About the role

The Community Liaison Officer will work across Kalwun Health clinics to actively increase awareness, access, community engagement and uptake of health services with the primary goal to ensure our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community have the best possible health outcomes. Kalwun is seeking a vibrant, fit & energetic person willing to commit to a great innovative role within Kalwun Health.

What you'll be doing

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with local networks, community groups and stakeholders
• Promote the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Conduct promotional visits to local community groups, schools and service agencies and providing information and advice regarding access and engagement
• Plan, develop and deliver programs to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

About You

You’re someone who:

• Builds strong, respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Brings experience in community engagement
• Is passionate about making a positive impact and supporting others with heart and purpose

Selection criteria

• Certificate IIIin Primary Health Care, Community Services, or Human Services is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Demonstrated computer literacy including proficient keyboard and data entry skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Considerable tact and diplomacy and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proven ability to display professional courteous manner when dealing with patients, staff and the general public
• Ability to work independently and to demonstrate initiative

Requirements

• A Blue Card for working with children ('No Card No Start' policy applies)
• National police check
• *IDENTIFIED POSITION - To perform this role it is essential that the person who holds the position be an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders. A Confirmation of Aboriginality will need to be provided.

What we offer

Kalwun values the contributions of all staff and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all staff feel accepted, included and welcomed. Our Employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive salary of $75,000 + super per annum
• Salary sacrifice of $15,900 per annum which can significantly increase your take home pay, plus meal and entertainment expenses of $2,650
• Company that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community
• 5 weeks annual leave + extra paid personal leave
• Paid parental leave
• A workplace where mob lead the way.

Our Commitment to Culture

Kalwun strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where staff and clients feel valued, heard and supported.

Together, let’s build stronger futures for our kids, our families, and our communities.

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