NSW Government

St George Hospital - Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer - Permanent Full Time

🔍 Kogarah, St George Hospital | Sydney

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Aboriginal Health Worker
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South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
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REQ613974 Requisition #

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $62,512 - $90,357 per annum plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ613974
Application Close: 9 November 2025

This position is Targeted for Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander people by exception under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and greater consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander applicants. Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce.  As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  This includes, but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

REQ613974 - St George Hospital - Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer - Permanent Full Time

The Role

The Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is part of the multidisciplinary team and plays a vital role in improving access for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients admitted to St George Hospital. This position is key in building trusting relationships between the Aboriginal community and St George Hospital, and in working collaboratively with hospital staff and other agencies across clinical and community settings.

Working across a variety of clinical areas, the Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer will advocate for and support the cultural needs of patients and their families.

The position is based within the Social Work Team at St George Hospital, linked to the wider Aboriginal Health Workforce, and supported by the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Aboriginal Health Directorate.

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.  

Benefits

  • Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
  • Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
  • Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance. 


Selection Criteria

  1. Being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
  2. Demonstrated ability to prioritise workloads, to work independently as well as part of a team and to work within a hospital setting.
  3. Holds or aspires to hold a minimum Certificate III qualification in Aboriginal Primary Health Care or a minimum Certificate III health qualification in the area in which the Aboriginal Health Worker works.
  4. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, including historical contexts which may influence Aboriginal health, and national and state policies/strategies relating to Aboriginal health.
  5. Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities, and network with other services and health professionals.
  6. Knowledge of confidentiality, documentation and information management, relevant legislation, ethics and duty of care, and mandatory reporting requirements in an Aboriginal primary health care environment.
  7. Competent computer skills utilising varied and appropriate software programs (e.g. MS Word processing, data management systems and spreadsheets).
  8. Knowledge of quality improvement and experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families.


Need more information? 
1) Click here for the Position Description 
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions, please contact Morgan Brown via email at Morgan.Brown@health.nsw.gov.au

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-STG@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. 


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