First Nation Health Liaison Officer

About the role

East Grampians Health Service (EGHS), a rural health service in Ararat and Willaura, Western Victoria, is seeking a First Nation Health Liaison Officer for its Development and Improvement Department. This is a temporary part-time position of 16 hours per week for 12 months, starting in January 2027. The role promotes and supports culturally safe practices across the service and strengthens partnerships with local First Nation communities. It is designed to help a First Nation person build the skills and confidence to work independently over 12 months, with direct support from the First Nation Liaison Lead.

Key responsibilities

• Provide information and cultural support through advocacy and liaison for First Nation clients and their families navigating urgent, inpatient, residential and community care.
• Enter client contacts into the patient administration system.
• Promote and coordinate nationally recognised First Nation cultural day celebrations.
• Support engagement and community consultation with relevant First Nation people and organisations.
• Provide education to local First Nation people and organisations about health services.

Required profile

• Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; this is an identified position.
• Sound knowledge of First Nation culture and society, including the First Nation approach to health, or a willingness to develop it.
• Knowledge of issues affecting the health and wellbeing of people in a rural setting.
• A Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice (or equivalent), or willingness to study for it.

Required skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in line with EGHS policies such as confidentiality, child-safe practice and occupational health and safety.

What we offer

• Regional lifestyle.
• A variety of employee benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities.

Appointments are subject to immunisation clearance and satisfactory police, working with children and NDIS worker screening checks. Applicants should address the selection criteria and submit a resume with two referees by 28 October 2026.