Aboriginal Liaison Officer

South West, WA

Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

HSO Level G2 $67794 - 72179 p.a. pro rata

Health Worker

Position Title
Aboriginal Liaison Officer

Agency
WA Country Health Service
Salary
HSO Level G2 $67,794 - 72,179 p.a. pro rata
Location
Wellington
Unit/Division
WACHS - South West > WA Country Health Service - South West
Work Type
Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00613872
Closing Date
2025-03-24 4:00 PM
Description

CRVCID: 654197

To be eligible for appointment, pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent. 

This is a Permanent Part Time/Fixed Term Part Time appointment forl at 60.8 hours per fortnight.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies with various hours and appointment types (casual, fixed term or permanent) throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile:  Provide a liaison service and direct link between health service staff and Aboriginal people to ensure culturally appropriate access to health care.

Area Profile: WA Country Health Service (WACHS) - Inland Operations consists of eight hospitals, comprising two District Hospital, two small hospitals, three Multi-Purpose Sites (MPS) and one Nursing Post. Inland spans in the 
north from the southern boundary of the South Metropolitan Health Service near Harvey, to Northcliffe in the south. This position is based in Wellington - covering sites in Collie, Harvey and Donnybrook.   

Employee Benefits:  In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here
  • Access to salary packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 
 
For Further Job Related Information: 
We encourage you to contact Graham Benbow on 0455 407 542.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 
 
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria (Maximum 2 pages) and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

 
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. 

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. 
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
WWC Applicant Advice 2017.pdf
WACHS WHS Statement of Commitment - QR code.pdf
WACHS Pre Employment Health Assessment Policy.pdf
JDF - CH00613872 - Aboriginal Liaison Officer - WACHSSW.pdf
Job Ad Reference 00613872
Date Listed 24 February 2025
Contact0455 407 542
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