CCLHD - Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251 to $134,809 - Depending on qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ666016
Application Close: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 11.59pm
 

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) are seeking applications from passionate Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who have knowledge and experience in delivering cultural awareness and capability programs that aim to improve outcomes for community.

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criteria. For more information, click here.

 About The Opportunity

The Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator promotes and champions cultural capability, safety and responsiveness throughout the organisation. The position develops key initiatives and delivers education and training for employees to enhance cultural capability and inclusivity within the workplace. 
 
This includes leading the coordination, facilitation and evaluation of the NSW Health Respecting the Difference cultural awareness program and working with key internal and external stakeholders to develop a range of Aboriginal specific learning initiatives that aim to build culturally safe and responsive work places and health services for Aboriginal staff, patients, carers, families and visitors.
 
This role sits within the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team. The Aboriginal Workforce Development Team plays a key role across the District in providing leadership, direction and education to support our community and the District’s progress towards achieving Aboriginal workforce related objectives outlined in the National Agreement on Closing the Gap, NSW Health Good Health Great Jobs Aboriginal Workforce and Respecting the Difference Frameworks. 

 For more information about this role, please view the  Position Description 

Applicants must have current Australian work rights. We are unable to consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

About You
 

To help create long lasting systemic change:
 

• You’re a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, well connected to community, with strong cultural knowledge and values and a passion for change.

• You bring experience in delivering or facilitating cultural education and know how to connect with people at all levels.

• You have a degree level qualification and/or equivalent experience in a similar role

• You have knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultures and the historical social issues that impact the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people on the Central Coast.

  
   

Benefits

At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed:

• Work-life balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.

• Financial benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.

• Health, & wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.

• Professional development– Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. 

• Cultural Supports: NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.

  
  
   

Need more infornation?
Nathan Bramston-Dean
Phone: 02 4320 3519
Email: nathan.bramstondean@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.