Aboriginal Health Liaison: In-Hospital Support & Culture

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families at Fairfield Hospital. The role involves working collaboratively with hospital staff to address health and cultural needs, ensuring effective care transitions to community services. Candidates must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, with strong communication skills and experience in health service delivery. This position offers a permanent full-time role with competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Salary packaging

Discounted gym membership

Employee wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Experience supporting Aboriginal health-related issues.
• Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal patients and their families in hospital settings.
• Facilitate cultural needs in health care.
• Ensure effective transfer of care to community-based services.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Health literacy education

Communication skills

Job description

A public health organization is seeking an Aboriginal Health Worker to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families at Fairfield Hospital. The role involves working collaboratively with hospital staff to address health and cultural needs, ensuring effective care transitions to community services. Candidates must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, with strong communication skills and experience in health service delivery. This position offers a permanent full-time role with competitive remuneration.