Aboriginal Liaison Officer (50D Identified Position)

About the role

The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS), the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service in Western Australia, is recruiting an Aboriginal Liaison Officer (50D identified position) in Midland. The role provides support, care coordination and advocacy to Aboriginal clients who are admitted to, currently in or being discharged from hospitals. The applicant must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Key responsibilities

• Provide culturally secure support for Aboriginal patients regarding planned hospital admissions.
• Coordinate early follow-up care at DYHS clinics for the first 6 weeks after discharge, and coordinate non-admitted patient care such as attending appointments and treatment schedules.
• Take part in ongoing reviews of client progress and keep accurate records for reporting and evaluation.
• Provide health education, advice and support, especially for clients with chronic disease in the metropolitan area.
• Liaise with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations and health professionals, and share case management to ensure quality care.
• Run cultural education programs and workshops on hospital liaison issues for staff and clients.
• Take part in DYHS events, community projects and support for local committees and community groups.

Required profile

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, pursuant to Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act.
• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice or equivalent, or working towards it.
• Experience building relationships with external support services and health providers, including hospital liaison, and advocating for Aboriginal clients.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and its impact on health outcomes.
• Ability to work confidentially, in a multi-disciplinary team and independently under pressure.

Required skills

• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills and partnership-building.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety, industrial relations and equal employment opportunity legislation.
• Computer literacy.

What we offer

• A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience.
• Salary packaging up to $15,900, study leave and 12 days of personal leave per year.
• Employee Assistance Program, NAIDOC Day holiday and professional development opportunities.

Applicants apply through SEEK with a resume and a two-page cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Appointment pre-requisites include identity proofing, criminal record screening clearance, a working with children check, a pre-employment health assessment and a current WA driver's licence.