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

Advantages

Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Contemporary Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary

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
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
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

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 17 November 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC696168

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📌 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Hospital Liaison Officer (Identified) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Gold Coast