Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer

Job Description:

• Casual position
• Fitzroy location
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

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.
Classification for this position will be dependent on discipline and level of experience: XV13 - XU19 ($68,146 - $81,962 per annum, pro rata) + casual loading
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 work towards completion of one these qualifications.
• 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 A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• 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
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.
Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist: Review the following documents:
Contact Details: Nicole Watt, 0468600664, nicole.watt@svha.org.au
Alternate Contact: Andrew Chan, Andrew.chan@svha.org.au
Closing Date: 11 April 2024 11:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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