Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer
Core
Provide culturally safe, responsive, and person-centred support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, and communities accessing Grampians Health services across acute, sub-acute, community, and mental health settings.
Role type
Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer
Builds
Culturally safe care pathways and strengthened relationships between First Nations communities and healthcare teams
Domain
Healthcare / Indigenous Community Health
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Cultural safety expertise, Community liaison, Referral coordination, Health advocacy, Relationship building
Preferred skills
Qualification in Health, Community Services, or Community Development
Responsibilities
Provide culturally safe support to First Nations consumers and families; Act as a trusted cultural liaison between consumers, families, communities, and healthcare teams; Facilitate referrals to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and community supports; Promote awareness of First Nations cultures and issues within the organisation; Support consumers to understand treatment options and participate in informed decision-making.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC