Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer

• Fitzroy
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Excellent Career Progression
• Permanent, Part Time or casual

About the Role



The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Service is a value-add service with two primary functions:

• To provide support to and advocacy on behalf of First Nations patients, as requested by patients themselves.
• To provide culturally specific secondary consultation to clinicians.

The AHLO works with other SVHM staff to provide culturally appropriate care for First Nations patients and families, to improve access to care, experiences of care, and health outcomes. The AHLO provides this cultural support in-line with a work prioritisation tool, which sets out the scope of duties.

Classifications for this position will range from classification range XV13 - ON14 ($72,680 - $90,417 per annum).

Your Contribution

• Minimum requirement - Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications in Aboriginal Primary Health Care, or Aboriginal Health Worker Certificate IV, or other qualifications in health or mental health care, or in Community Development. Or a willingness to obtain.
• Of Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander descent – this is an identified position in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act (2010)
• Experience in First Nations health care (note: mental health care experience would be an advantage)
• Demonstrated understanding of the Victorian health system and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations
• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain.

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

About Wilam Ngarrang


The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer will be based at the St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) Fitzroy campus and report into First Nations Services and ALERT. First Nations Services drives self-determination, co-design and cultural safety for First Nations people across the organisation through policy reform, improvement projects, consultation, and cultural support for staff and patients. First Nations identified positions exist across the breadth of the organisation, but are linked through the strategic vision and cultural support of First Nations Services.

Working at St Vincent’s


St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.