Aboriginal Liaison Officer - Health Services Section

Anyinginyi-Health-Aboriginal-Corporation; Tennant Creek; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks annual leave

Personal/ Carer's leave (6 weeks)

Professional development support

Salary packaging up to 15899.94 AUD

Remote retention and travel allowances

Bilingual allowance opportunities

Free access to clinic services andPres

Free general dentistry

Job summary

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation in Tennant Creek, NT, invites an Aboriginal Liaison Officer to join the Health Services team. You will be a frontline contact, coordinating transport for clients accessing primary healthcare across the Barkly Region, ensuring a culturally safe and welcoming environment.

The role supports community members in navigating healthcare journeys, with responsibilities spanning logistics, communication with clinic staff, and teamwork within a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Must have a current NT Driver's Licence.
• Ochre Card (or ability to obtain one) and a satisfactory National Criminal History Check.
• Confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in health, community services or Aboriginal organisation environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable transport for clients to appointments at the Anyinginyi Health Clinic and other services.
• Assist elderly clients, families with young children, and clients needing extra support during transport.
• Maintain regular communication with clinic reception and health service staff.
• Participate in daily planning meetings to coordinate client transport requirements.
• Report client transport outcomes and support service improvement.
• Ensure vehicles are clean, serviced, and safe for daily operation.
• Support a culturally responsive and respectful healthcare environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Cultural safety / Aboriginal health

Health/community services experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tennant Creek, Northern Territory 0860, Australia • A$75,291.13 - A$78,460.14

Full-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 20 Oct 2026

Description

This role is based in Tennant Creek, NT, 0860.

Be the Connection Between Community and Healthcare

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a dedicated and community-minded Aboriginal Liaison Officer (ALO) to join our Health Services team in Tennant Creek. This frontline position plays a vital role in supporting community members to access healthcare services by providing safe, reliable transport and assisting clients in navigating their healthcare journey.

About Anyinginyi Health

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is a community-controlled organisation committed to delivering culturally responsive, holistic primary healthcare services to Aboriginal people across the Barkly Region. Through a strong focus on prevention, health promotion, community engagement and culturally safe care, our team works to improve health outcomes and strengthen communities.

About the Role

As one of the first points of contact for many clients, you will help create a welcoming and culturally safe environment while supporting the delivery of high-quality primary healthcare services across the Barkly Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing safe and reliable transport for clients attending appointments at the Anyinginyi Health Clinic and other health services.
• Assisting elderly clients, families with young children, and clients requiring additional support during transport.
• Maintaining regular communication with clinic reception and health service staff.
• Participating in daily planning meetings to coordinate client transport requirements.
• Reporting client transport outcomes and supporting continuous service improvement.
• Ensuring vehicles are maintained, serviced, clean, and safe for daily operation.
• Supporting a culturally responsive and respectful healthcare environment.
• Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A current NT Driver's Licence
• An Ochre Card (or the ability to obtain one) and a satisfactory National Criminal History Check.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, email, spreadsheets and database management.
• Experience working within a health, community services or Aboriginal organisation environment.

What's on Offer?

Administration, Support & Management (Admin) 5.1 - 5.4: $75,291.13 - $78.460.14 per annum

• Superannuation paid at 12%
• Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 per annum
• Six weeks annual leave
• Up to 10 days Personal/ Carer's leave
• Professional development support and study allowance
• Remote retention and travel allowances
• Bilingual allowance opportunities
• Free access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic services and prescriptions
• Free general dentistry (excluding lab work costs)

Why Tennant Creek?

Enjoy year-round sunshine, stunning landscapes and a welcoming community while living in the heart of Australia. Tennant Creek offers the benefits of regional living with access to schools, shopping, sporting facilities, a regional hospital, airport and essential services. It's the perfect place to build a rewarding career and lifestyle.

original and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply