AddressAboriginal Health Liaison Officer
Salary: HSO Level G5 $89,911 - $96,794 p.a.
Location: Perth
Unit/Division: East Metropolitan Health Service - Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: 00602856
Closing Date: 2024-04-09 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Attachments: - Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer rp602856 g5 march 2024.pdf
- applicant information package - rams.pdf
- working in the emhs.pdf
- wwc applicant advice 2017.pdf
This is Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 6 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist.
We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision..
Position Profile: The Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer provides patient centred care to Aboriginal clients within the tertiary hospital space and within the community when discharging from Royal Perth Hospital. This role is responsible for cultural support and health education, care coordination and case management, advocates and negotiates with other health professionals, and liaises with primary care health providers to improve the Aboriginal patient journey within the East Metropolitan Health Service catchment area.
Area Profile: The East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) comprises an extensive hospital and health service network that aims to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of more than 670,000 Western Australians in its catchment area.
Our hospital network works together to provide a combination of tertiary, secondary and specialist health care services including emergency and critical care, state trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation and women's, children's and neonates services.
The EMHS consists of Royal Perth Hospital; Armadale Health Service; Bentley Health Service; Kalamunda Hospital; St John of God Midland Public Hospital and a range of community and population health services.
Employee Benefits: Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Flexible leave arrangements.
- Other professional and location based allowances.
- For information on superannuation click here.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Ursula Swan on 0407 479 345.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a covering letter outlining their suitability for this position, write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Position Title Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer Agency East Metropolitan Health Service Salary HSO Level G5 $89,911 - $96,794 p.a. Location Perth Unit/Division East Metropolitan Health Service - Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Branch Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time Position No. 00602856 Closing Date 2024-04-09 4:00 PM
Position Title Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer Branch Location Perth Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time Closing Date 2024-04-09 4:00 PM Salary HSO Level G5 $89,911 - $96,794 p.a. Agency Department of Health
Company Information Description
This is Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 6 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist.
We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision..
Position Profile: The Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer provides patient centred care to Aboriginal clients within the tertiary hospital space and within the community when discharging from Royal Perth Hospital. This role is responsible for cultural support and health education, care coordination and case management, advocates and negotiates with other health professionals, and liaises with primary care health providers to improve the Aboriginal patient journey within the East Metropolitan Health Service catchment area.
Area Profile: The East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) comprises an extensive hospital and health service network that aims to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of more than 670,000 Western Australians in its catchment area.
Our hospital network works together to provide a combination of tertiary, secondary and specialist health care services including emergency and critical care, state trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation and women's, children's and neonates services.
The EMHS consists of Royal Perth Hospital; Armadale Health Service; Bentley Health Service; Kalamunda Hospital; St John of God Midland Public Hospital and a range of community and population health services.
Employee Benefits: Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Flexible leave arrangements.
- Other professional and location based allowances.
- For information on superannuation click here.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Ursula Swan on 0407 479 345.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a covering letter outlining their suitability for this position, write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Attachments - Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer rp602856 g5 march 2024.pdf
- applicant information package - rams.pdf
- working in the emhs.pdf
- wwc applicant advice 2017.pdf
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