Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer
Colac Area HealthEmployment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 48
Classification - Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector)(Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 : XV12 Comm Dev Wkr Cl 2A Y3
Job Category - Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer
Req Id - 8914
About Us
Situated just 150 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, at the foot of the stunning Otway Ranges, close to Lorne and the Surf Coast, Colac Area Health services 21,000 people who call the Shire home. Colac Area Health meets the needs of more than 30,000 people in the Corangamite, Colac Otway, and Surf Coast Shires. A unique integrated health service providing a wide range of clinical and non-clinical services to the Colac and district community. This includes the following:
- Nursing/Midwifery
- Aged Care
- Medical
- Community Services
- Corporate Services
- Support Services
Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer
Part Time – 12 hours per week
(2 positions available)
Colac Area Health (CAH) is a values-based organisation providing a unique integrated health service comprising of over 500 employees, providing Acute Care, Aged Care, Community and Allied Health Services.
CAH is seeking motivated individuals to join our organisation in the role of Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer.
The Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer (AHLO) is responsible for supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients with health-related issues, accessing services at Colac Area Health. The AHLO assists Colac Area Health staff to provide culturally safe and respectful care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families. The role carries responsibilities for effective liaison and linkage with key community-controlled organisations in line with the Colac Area Health Aboriginal Cultural Safety Plan and the Improving Care for Aboriginal Patients (ICAP) strategy. One of the key responsibilities is data/information management in accordance with Department of Health (DH) requirements.
What’s required?
Essential:
- Qualification relevant to mental health and drugs and alcohol, such as certificate IV in Mental Health, Certificate or Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or Diploma of Community Services.
- The person identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and can provide confirmation in accordance with the Colac Area Health Policy and Guideline.
- Experience in working in a support and advocacy role with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples/communities and organisations.
- Sound knowledge of Aboriginal culture, with relevance to chronic diseases, holistic health and wellbeing.
- The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Desirable:
- Understanding of local pathways and networks.
- Ability to communicate effectively with multi level stakeholders.
- Current drivers license.
Benefits working with us
Colac Area Health offers the following benefits.
- Extensive organisational orientation/department induction
- Salary Sacrificing/Packaging
- Active Social Club
- Extensive professional development and continuing education
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to on-site research support from the CAH Research Unit and the Western Alliance Academic Health Science Centre
To learn about our town and region please visit: Discovering natures wonders in Colac
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
To apply visit: https://peopleplus.swarh.vic.gov.au/CAH
This role requires you to provide evidence of the current influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Samantha Soggee (Executive Director Clinical Services)
Email: samantha.soggee@cah.vic.gov.au
Phone: 03 52325314
Contact Person: Renee Owen (Aboriginal Health Unit Cultural Lead)
Email: renee.owen@cah.vic.gov.au
Phone: 0419 601 313
Application closing date: Sunday 23rd August 2026
Are you currently a Colac Area Health employee? If so, please log into the People Plus internal careers site here or via your applications using your network login. Here you will find the full list of jobs available to you. You can then apply though the internal portal.