Support Aboriginal patients and families in hospital careAdvocate culturally safe care at Blacktown HospitalBuild strong links with community and health servicesProvide culturally safe support, advocate for patients and build trusted links with Aboriginal communities and hospital teams.Employment Type:PermanentFull TimePosition Classification:Aboriginal Health WorkerRemuneration:$67,612 - $97,730 per annumHours Per Week:38 (Job share may be considered for part time hours)Location:Blacktown HospitalWhere you'll be workingYou will join a compassionate, multidisciplinary team at Blacktown Mount Druitt Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District.
We are committed to culturally respectful, patient centred care and strong community partnerships.Inclusive workplace that values Aboriginal knowledge and cultureSupportive leadership and supervision from Social WorkCollaborative teams across inpatient and community servicesFocus on cultural safety, reconciliation and patient advocacyOpportunities to contribute to Aboriginal Health Strategy goalsWhat you'll be doingWorking in a non-clinical role within a clinical setting, you will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families and carers throughout their hospital journey.Provide advocacy, liaison and culturally safe support during careAssist discharge planning and referrals for continuity of careSupport staff to understand and meet Aboriginal patient needsConnect patients with internal and external community servicesContribute to education, health promotion and Aboriginal programsBenefits of working for Western Sydney Local Health DistrictPaid Allocated Day Off (ADO) every month, in addition to your annual leave (For fulltime staff)Salary Packaging - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay.
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(Applicable for eligible employees)salary-packaging-with-smartsalaryFitness Passport - permanent employees and their immediate family members can sign‐up for this affordable membership which allows access to an extensive range of gyms, pools and fitness services from multiple providers across NSWQualification: Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area of care in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.Evidence of Diversity claim: Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander (to be confirmed at interview)Shift Requirement: Afternoon Shift (Afternoon shift: classified as per Public Hospitals (professional andAssociated Staff) Conditions of Employment (State) Award ****)Selection CriteriaAbility to assess the needs of Aboriginal patients and to advocate on their behalf in the health systemAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of health professionals across the area in working with Aboriginal patients their families and communitiesKnowledge of a range of community based support services and programs to assist Aboriginal patients and their families in addressing their health care needsEffective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients.Understanding of the management of patient complaints and patient privacy and escalation processes.Competence in the use of databases, electronic documentation, and computer based administrative systemsDemonstrated skill in the analysis of complex issues, problem solving, formulating new approaches and implementing comprehensive change programs and improvement strategies, including the ability to develop and monitor outcomesCurrent Class C Driver's LicenseRequisition ID: REQ******Applications Close: 13th August ****People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position.
Please see essential criteria.
An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****, NSW.
Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application.
If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing.
There is a managed waitlist for parking for current staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital.
This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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📌 Aboriginal Liaison Officer - Afternoon Shift (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 New South Wales