Aboriginal Liaison Officer

Aboriginal Liaison Officer (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander) 

• Location: All Western Health sites (including the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre)
• Employment Type: Part-Time (multiple opportunities), Ongoing
• Salary: CDW Class 2B + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the Role:

The Aboriginal Liaison Officer (ALO) is a designated role that works with other Western Health (WH) staff to provide culturally appropriate care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers and families; supporting consumers to access care and have a culturally safe experience, with the aim of improved health outcomes. The ALO provides this cultural support in-line with a work prioritisation tool, which sets out the scope of duties.

The ALO will be required to work at all Western Health sites, including the Dame Phylis Frost Centre (DPFC). The ALO may be required to work on a 7-day rotating roster.

Key Responsibilities:

The Wilim Berrbang team is a value-add Cultural support service with two primary functions:

• To provide support to and advocacy on behalf of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers, as requested by consumers themselves.
• To provide culturally specific secondary consultation to clinicians.

The ALO role carries responsibilities for effective liaison and linkages with key community-controlled health organisations, including the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) and other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and community services, where appropriate.

About You:

You will be successful in this role if you:

• Identify as and have evidence of being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander 

• Ability to engage the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Communities. 

• An understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health issues, systems and polices at the local, state and federal level. 

• Demonstrated commitment and capability to make a positive difference in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing. 

• Have a sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Culture, society and kinship networks. 

Position Description

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about improving the health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 5 January 2026.

Interviews may begin prior to this date.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Chris Delamont on 0401 286 351

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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