Job Type: Contract position | Casual position
Job Description
MedicalJobsAustralia.com Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives. We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network. Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health?
Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation. To see first‐hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org-careers. Applications are now open to candidates interested in joining Monash Health in a unique role that supports cultural safety and strengthens Aboriginal health perspectives across our Nursing, Midwifery and Cadet workforce.
About the Role
The Aboriginal Cultural Engagement Officer is a supernumerary (non‐clinical) role that provides cultural and professional guidance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurses, Midwives and Cadets transitioning into the workforce. Working under the supervision and delegation of the Graduate & RUSON-M Workforce Manager you will:




Contribute to creating culturally safe environments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nursing, Midwifery & Cadet employees.
Advocate for culturally safe partnerships and promote Monash Health's Strategic Plan inclusive of the Aboriginal Health Strategy.
Develop an understanding of the Graduate, RUSON-M and Cadet programs and the functions of the Monash Health Bureau through participation in workforce planning activities.
Foster meaningful relationships with the Aboriginal Health and Engagement Team In addition to cultural guidance, including communicating with internal and external stakeholders, the incumbent will gain exposure to key aspects of the Monash Health Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Team.
You
Identify as Aboriginal and-or Torres Strait Islander (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act **** (Vic))
Be a Registered Nurse or Midwife with demonstrated post‐registration experience
Demonstrate a strong understanding of Aboriginal health issues and cultural safety principles
Demonstrate and understand challenges and opportunities experienced by Aboriginal and-or Torres Strait Islander employees
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advocate effectively and sensitively
Why join the Team
The Workforce team are a flexible,



inclusive and supportive team who work across multiple sites.
We offer
Flexible
Part‐time employment (32 hours per fortnight)
Monday- Friday
Ongoing support from the dedicated Workforce team
Cultural support and mentorship opportunities
Access to benefits including salary packaging options to increase your take‐home pay.
Position Description for Registered Nurse can be found here
Position Description for Registered Midwife can be found here
Position Description Attachment can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future‐focused, underpinned by explicit values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All
In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time. We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
Applications close: XXX
For a confidential discussion to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Alana Angel, Manager of the Workforce and Professional Practice team: Email: ****** Phone: ******** ***
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📌 Aboriginal Cultural Engagement Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Monash Health
📍 Melbourne