Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer - Kumangka Padninthi Health and Wellbeing Unit
Core
Provide direct cultural support and advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and families throughout their hospital journey, bridging the gap between patients and the health system.
Role type
Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer
Builds
Culturally safe, connected care pathways for Aboriginal communities within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network
Domain
Healthcare / Indigenous Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cultural knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, advocacy, system navigation, relationship building with community organizations and Elders, conflict resolution, multi-site mobility
Preferred skills
Experience in health or community services, formal qualifications in Aboriginal Primary Health Care
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide direct cultural support and advocacy for patients and families; Work collaboratively with clinical teams to improve care pathways and discharge planning; Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, Elders, and support services
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC